Water Maintenance Worker III - Meter Services

City of Asheville•Asheville, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring a full-time, non-exempt Water Maintenance Worker III to join the Water Resources Department in the Meter Services Division. The purpose of this position is to supervise and provide a variety of responsible unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled work in maintenance and construction of water meters, water lines and fixtures, and asphalt and concrete repairs for the City's Water Resources Department. This role involves leading and coordinating daily work activities of assigned co-workers, leading and participating in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water lines and related system components, receiving and completing work orders, performing asphalt and concrete repairs, monitoring safety procedures, and operating various equipment. The position also includes general cleaning and maintenance of equipment, communication with various stakeholders, and processing documentation. Additionally, the role requires operating a personal computer and other office equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in water distribution or a related field
Three years of experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing water utility system infrastructure
Must possess and maintain a valid Class A North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), including appropriate endorsement(s)
Must possess and maintain the following additional certifications or licensures: Confined Space Entry, Trenching and Excavation, Flagger, and Class A Water Distribution
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Responsibilities

Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex/problem situations and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
Leads and participates in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water lines and related system components: installs water main taps, lines, and hydrants; clears debris from manholes, water lines, rights of way, easements, valve boxes, hydrants, etc.; inspects and evaluates condition of systems; diagnoses leaks, blockages or other problems; excavates around water mains and hydrants; cuts in valves, tees, and beds; saw cuts driveways, sidewalks, curbs, and roads; removes and replaces service lines and hydrants; checks and greases seals and gaskets; performs confined space entries in manholes; cleans manholes and lines; and changes out rings and lids on manholes, etc.
Receives, prioritizes, and completes work orders: gathers tools and equipment needed to complete work activities; picks up and transports materials, tools, and supplies; cleans and washes equipment and tools; performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs as needed; and notifies supervisor of needed equipment replacements and repairs.
Performs related activities: repairs asphalt, concrete, yards, and other areas that are disrupted as a result of repair work; rakes and preps yards for seed, hay, and sod; and puts out pine straw and lime where needed.
Monitors the adherence to and adheres to established safety procedures: monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs and cones around project or work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and wears protective gear.
Leads and participate in the operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment, tools, and supplies to complete essential functions, such as backhoe, track hoe, excavator, service truck, dump truck, trailer, loader, tamp, water pump, saws, vac truck, crescent wrenches, pipe wrenches, brick hammers, copper crimpers, impact guns, Sawzall’s, or other equipment, tools, and supplies.
Leads and participates in the performance of general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition: inspects equipment; checks fluid levels; replaces fluid; greases equipment; fuels vehicles, replaces parts; washes and cleans equipment; cleans shop and work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment.
Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, vendors, other utility companies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, activity logs, timesheets, pre-inspection logs, pressure relief valve records, tools and parts sheets, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Performs other related duties as required.