WATER & SEWER MAINTENANCE WORKER GRADE I

CITY OF PEEKSKILL•Peekskill, NY

1d•$95,608 - $95,608•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent or Foreman, the incumbent of this class performs semi-skilled work involved in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water mains, service connections, valves, hydrants, sewer lines, storm sewers, pumping stations, catch basins, manholes and other equipment used in a water treatment and sewer system facility. Does related work as required.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or trade school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma
One year of experience as a journeyman plumber
Four years of experience as a plumber’s helper
Two years of experience in the operation, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment
Possession of a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State

Nice To Haves

Good knowledge of the practices, tools, equipment, and terminology used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and sewer collection systems
Good knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of pumps, motors, and other auxiliary equipment as they relate to water distribution and storm sewer systems
Ability to read, understand and record data from gauges, scales, and meters
Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions
Ability to withstand heavy labor for extended periods
Ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar e-mail and database software
Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position
Dependability
Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position

Responsibilities

Supervise/Direct the work assignments of a small crew of Water & Sewer Maintenance Worker Grade 2 and Laborers
Makes taps on water mains for customer services and for installing valves, gates, and fire lines
Locates leaks, installs clamps and sleeves, and makes other emergency repairs
Cleans, checks, evaluates, and maintains pumping station and equipment to ensure continuous operation
Installs, repairs, and resets hydrants, valves, meters, pumps, related water distribution equipment, catch basins and storm drainage systems
Installs lines from the water main to the curb stop
Operates mechanical equipment including backhoes, loaders, air compressors, drills, pumps, generators, vacuums, rodders, jetters, and welders torches
Digs trenches for service lines, water mains, drainage and catch basins
May read, replace, and repair water consumption meters
Mows lawns, plows snow, collect rubbish and litter to keep clear access to pumping stations, hydrants, catch basins, storm drainage systems, etc.
May perform minor custodial duties
Responds at all times to emergency calls
Raises or lowers manholes for paving purposes
Checks, cleans, and repairs sewer lines
May climb water tower and tanks to inspect facilities and perform maintenance
May enter various permit-required certified spaces to maintain, repair, or replace facilities