Utility Worker/Utility Worker CDL

Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Utility Worker and Utility Worker CDL positions support the Collection System Maintenance division by performing manual tasks and operating and caring for LRWRA equipment and property. These are safety-sensitive positions requiring a company uniform. The roles are part of the LRWRA career path process, allowing employees to progress to the next position after meeting the specified qualifications; each successive level includes the requirements of the previous level. Workers follow directions from the Crew Leader CDL and/or Supervisor; help load and unload materials; use hand tools; perform backfill and cleanup; maintain tools, equipment, and a good driving record; and follow work procedures and safety practices. Work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals, flammable liquids, biological hazards, toxic or flammable compressed gases, and confined spaces. Employees may be asked to undertake other reasonable tasks within their capabilities that benefit the community and LRWRA. The qualification chart describes two levels: Utility Worker (NE-Grade 1) and Utility Worker CDL (NE-Grade 2). Utility Worker requires a high school diploma or GED, a minimum age of 18, and at least six months of relevant experience. The CDL level additionally requires advancement to at least Step 2 Utility Worker, cross-training and skills-test completion, and a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement. Employees must be available for on-call work on weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
At least six months of experience in general maintenance, sewer construction, rehabilitation, or related underground utility construction work.
Ability to read, write, and perform simple arithmetic.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
Ability to communicate clearly and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to meet attendance requirements and comply with safety rules and regulations.
For the Utility Worker CDL level: must have attained a minimum of Step 2 Utility Worker.
For the Utility Worker CDL level: at least 80 hours of cross-training on a combination cleaning truck, dump truck with trailer, and loading and unloading equipment, with acknowledgement forms signed and skills test passed.
For the Utility Worker CDL level: valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement.
Reliable telephone for after-hours contact in emergency or call-out situations.

Nice To Haves

Some experience performing general maintenance, sewer construction, rehabilitation, or related underground utility construction work is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow instructions from the Crew Leader CDL and/or Supervisor.
Assist with loading and unloading materials.
Use picks, shovels, and other hand tools as the job requires.
Perform backfill and cleanup tasks.
Maintain a good driving record and properly maintain tools and equipment.
Follow safety practices, guidelines, work procedures, and practices, including wearing appropriate personal protective and safety equipment.
Remove and replace manhole lids, climb in and out of manholes, and work with tools and equipment.
Operate equipment under direction and provide backup assistance to an Equipment Operator CDL and/or Crew Leader CDL as required.
Work in extreme weather and difficult terrain.
Complete reports and forms as needed.
Help erect safety devices according to traffic regulations where applicable.
Drive standard-transmission vehicles.
Meet and maintain attendance requirements and comply with all safety rules and regulations.
Be available for on-call weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required.
Undertake reasonable requests within the employee’s capabilities that benefit the community and LRWRA.