Water Distribution - Utility Worker Trainee I/II CDL

City of Abilene•Abilene, TX

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the immediate or general supervision of a Lead Supervisor or higher; to perform, either alone or within a team, required construction, maintenance and operational duties in the assigned Division/Branch of the water and sewer system. Utility Worker Trainee: Inspect, maintain, repair, install and/or replace damaged water distribution and sewage collection lines, valves, fire hydrants, pumps, meters and meter assemblies. Assist with cleanup and periodic maintenance of water utility property and easements. Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various worksites. Utility Worker I: Operate at least one of the following: backhoe, loader, dump truck, air compressor, vacuum truck/machine. Utility Worker II: Ensure the work site is safe and productive at all times. Operate all of the following: backhoe, loader, dump truck, air compressor, vacuum truck/machine. Investigate customer complaints related to leaks, low pressure, outages and other issues related to water distribution. Contact and coordinate with required personnel and agencies to make repairs. Communicate effectively with other employees, customers and supervisors the nature and status of work being performed.

Requirements

Knowledge of safe driving and heavy equipment operating principles and practices.
Knowledge of all approved methods, materials, tools, equipment, and practices used to safely repair and maintain water and sewerage systems.
Knowledge of the different jobs and tasks in the assigned Division/Branch and how they generally impact the operations of the City’s water and sewerage systems.
Knowledge of the use of general Geographical Information System (GIS) applications.
Knowledge of City of Abilene Policies and Procedures within six (6) months of employment.
Skill to safely operate and care for all tools, vehicles, equipment and materials.
Skill to safeguard and effectively use assigned information technology equipment in the field.
Ability to pay attention-to-detail when performing general maintenance work.
Ability to accomplish required tasks at the minimum acceptable rate for this position.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in written reports.
Ability to read and understand street maps displayed on paper and electronic devices.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Ability to follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Ability to perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Six (6) months of experience as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or other related work (for Trainee and Utility Worker I).
A high school diploma or GED.
A valid Texas driver’s license or a military waiver (for Trainee).
A valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment (for Trainee).
A valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) (for Utility Worker I and II).
Possession of or the ability to obtain a TCEQ Class D Water License or Wastewater Collection I license within one (1) year of employment (for Utility Worker I).
Two (2) years of experience comparable to that of a Utility Worker I with the City of Abilene (for Utility Worker II).
A TCEQ Class C Water Distribution License or Wastewater Collection II License (for Utility Worker II).
Bloodborne Pathogens training within sixty (60) days of employment.
HazCom training within sixty (60) days of employment.

Nice To Haves

A TCEQ Class B Water Distribution License or Wastewater Collection III License is preferred (for Utility Worker II).

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, repair, install and/or replace damaged water distribution and sewage collection lines, valves, fire hydrants, pumps, meters and meter assemblies.
Assist with cleanup and periodic maintenance of water utility property and easements.
Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various worksites.
Operate at least one of the following: backhoe, loader, dump truck, air compressor, vacuum truck/machine (Utility Worker I).
Ensure the work site is safe and productive at all times (Utility Worker II).
Operate all of the following: backhoe, loader, dump truck, air compressor, vacuum truck/machine (Utility Worker II).
Investigate customer complaints related to leaks, low pressure, outages and other issues related to water distribution (Utility Worker II).
Contact and coordinate with required personnel and agencies to make repairs (Utility Worker II).
Communicate effectively with other employees, customers and supervisors the nature and status of work being performed (Utility Worker II).
May also assist with accomplishing some Wastewater Collection-related tasks.
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.