Water Distribution Worker

St. Charles, MO•St Charles, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Saint Charles Public Works Department is currently recruiting for the position of Water Distribution Worker. The purpose of this position is to perform skilled maintenance work involving a variety of specialized equipment for the construction, operation, repair, maintenance or replacement of water distribution system facilities and related appurtenances.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D.
Two (2) years' experience related to water systems construction, maintenance or repair; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge of water main materials and the skills, and abilities to troubleshoot water distribution system issues including leaks and pressure fluctuations.
Valid Missouri driver's license required.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsements required as a condition of employment and continued employment.
Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate required as a condition of employment and continued employment.
Department of Natural Resources DS I Certification required or ability to obtain within six months as a condition of employment and continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in related field with experience in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently excavate, expose, repair / install / maintain water main piping, valves, service lines, taps, meters, hydrants and related apparatus.
Properly inspect and maintain vehicles, equipment, tools, and supplies; Restock assigned vehicles on a daily basis to maintain a complete inventory of equipment, materials , and replacement parts.
Operate in a safe and efficient manner a variety of construction vehicles and equipment including dump trucks, cranes, track loaders, backhoes, track hoes, pumps, generators, compressors, saws, and manual and power tools.
Knowledgeable of appropriate safety standards, procedures and equipment.
Learn new technologies, equipment, and processes to improve service delivery.
Respond to public inquiries and complaints.
Mandatory attendance and participation in: rotating on-call schedule, assigned overtime, water main break repair activities, civil emergencies, severe weather events including flooding and snow removal operations, special events, and call-outs.
Mathematically proficient in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, trigonometry, and calculation of percentages, fractions, decimals, volumes, ratios, etc.