Utility Worker III - Public Works - Bureau of Utilities - Maintenance

Howard County Government•Maryland 21045, MD

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a skilled position performing various laboring and equipment operations functions. Work includes performing skilled duties involving the use of a variety of hand and power tools and equipment. Work may include assisting in the instruction and direction of subordinate crew members as assigned by the crew leader. Work includes tasks needed in the construction, operation and maintenance of the public works water and sewer systems including mains, manholes, valves, fire hydrants and other appurtenances depending on the Division to which the employee is assigned. Work is performed with general supervision from a crew leader or technical superior. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with instructions and established routines. The work includes limited contact with the public to answer routine inquiries or respond to complaints. This is skilled manual work performing various laboring operations. Work includes performing skilled duties involving the use of a variety of hand and power tools and equipment. Work may include assisting in the instruction and direction of subordinate crew members as assigned by the crew leader. Work includes tasks needed in the construction, operation and maintenance of public works facilities in the unit to which the employee is assigned. Work is performed with general supervision from a crew leader or technical superior. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with instructions and established routines. The work includes limited contacts with the public to answer routine inquiries or respond to complaints. This is a Classified position, meaning that it is a part of the Howard County Classified Service upon completion of a probationary period of at least six (6) months Please note that this position falls within a collective bargaining unit and is represented by AFSCME Local 3085, Local 3888, or Local 1810. This position has been designated as " essential personnel " , meaning an employee is expected to report for regular work shift during inclement weather, emergency situations, County holidays and on an on-call basis.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform skilled manual work in laboring operations and 2 years of experience in general laboring or public works maintenance and construction activities which included the use of hand and power tools.
Valid Class C driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Considerable knowledge of principles, practices, methods, techniques, hazards and safety rules and regulations of laboring and motor equipment operations and activities as they relate to heavy construction and maintenance work for water and sewer facilities and meter installations and repairs.
Considerable knowledge of the geography of the County.
Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and supplies used in heavy construction and maintenance work.
Knowledge of the functions, operation, and routine care and maintenance of a variety of wheeled and tracked motorized equipment both on and off the highway.
Experience in the safe and efficient operation of heavy and/or complex motor equipment and tools.
Experience in the efficient use and care of mechanical equipment, manual tools and power tools.
Experience in service wheeled and tracked motor equipment.
Experience in maintaining records and complete reports of activities.
Experience in directing the activities of a laboring or motor equipment operation crew.
Ability to work overtime under emergency conditions or as circumstances warrant.
Experience in directing the activities of a laboring or motorized equipment operations crew.

Responsibilities

Drive a dump truck with or without a trailer to haul sand, stone, pipe, backhoe, and other materials.
Load and unload a backhoe for delivery to and from job sites.
Operate a backhoe and other heavy construction equipment under supervision.
Operate a sewer jet truck for routine maintenance and emergency relief of sanitary sewers.
Operate a sewer vactor unit for cleaning wet wells, storm drains, and manholes.
Perform inspections and safety checks of vehicles and equipment; conduct routine and preventive maintenance.
Observe instruments during vehicle operation and take corrective action as needed.
Work with construction crews on water and sewer installations and repairs.
Assist in construction activities using hand/power tools, motorized equipment, and heavy mobile equipment.
Inspect sanitary sewer manholes and pipelines for condition and flow characteristics.
Inspect and maintain utility rights-of-way for access and maintenance.
Read blueprints and contract maps.
Mark water and sewer house connection and main locations per Maryland “One Call”/Miss Utility requirements.
Operate M-scope or similar radio locating equipment to locate water/sewer lines.
Read residential and commercial water meters for billing and maintenance.
Perform new meter installations.
Repair meters both indoors and outdoors.
Conduct high-usage meter investigations.
Troubleshoot and resolve pressure and flow-related inquiries and complaints.
Carry necessary hand tools to open manholes.
Update sewer records and assist repair crews with findings.
Maintain logs and operating records documenting tasks and maintenance.
Act as construction crew leader in the absence of the Utility IV.
Perform crew leader functions as assigned.
Train subordinate crew members in equipment operations, trade practices, and proper use of tools and materials.
Serve as an emergency essential employee; report during inclement weather or emergency situations.
Participate in rotational stand-by status.
Perform overtime and on-call duties as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.