Water Lead Service Worker

City of El Paso•Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, supervises and participates in light construction, maintenance and repair of water line and services with small crews of skilled, semi-skilled and/or unskilled workers. This role involves receiving daily work orders, preparing estimates, responding to emergency calls, and maintaining records of water infrastructure. The position also includes supervising and participating in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water/sewer service lines, ensuring safety procedures are followed, and inspecting work for compliance with specifications.

Requirements

High School diploma, GED or higher
One (1) year of experience in water line construction, maintenance and repair work
Class “C” Water Operator's License issued by the State of Texas required within eighteen months (18) months of appointment
Texas Class “C” Driver’s License or equivalent from another state
Positions requiring a CDL or positions of a safety sensitive are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.

Responsibilities

Supervise and participate in light construction and maintenance of water lines and services.
Receive daily work orders and discuss assignments with supervisor.
Prepare estimates and place orders for materials, personnel, and equipment.
Respond to emergency calls regarding water line breaks, leaks, or blockages.
Locate and repair leaks or blockages.
Flush out lines.
Inspect sewer mains utilizing specialized camera equipment.
Maintain automated computer database of water mains, manhole covers, fire hydrant locations, maintenance records, etc.
Check areas for damage and underground utilities to be identified before excavation.
Ensure proper use of safety and traffic control equipment.
Supervise and participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water/sewer service lines, installation of forms, and the pouring/finishing of concrete.
Ensure safety procedures are followed when working in trenches, excavations, or confined areas.
Install and maintain water service valves and lines.
Maintain water pressure regulator valves.
Repair and replace relief valves.
Install chart recorders to monitor pressure.
Respond to customer complaints on water pressure and dirty water.
Clean out meter boxes.
Locate and uncover lost services.
Inspect new services to ensure compliance with regulations and codes.
Ensure ground is properly tamped after backfilling of trenches.
Lay pipes and connections for new or existing systems.
Repair, remove, or replace damaged or obsolete lines.
Check backflow preventers.
Repair and replace valves in accordance with specifications, trade, and water regulations.
Inspect work in progress or completed work to ensure compliance with specifications.
Notify supervisor upon completion for site inspection.
Ensure all equipment is operated and maintained safely.
Prepare activity and maintenance logs, keep records, and prepare reports.
Schedule, assign, and review work activities of assigned staff.
Prioritize and coordinate crew activities.
Instruct, guide, and check work of assigned staff.
Appraise employee performance.
Provide training and development to assigned staff.
Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work standards.
Counsel, motivate, and maintain harmony among staff.
Recommend hiring, discipline, merit pay, or other employee status changes.