Water Utility Service Helper

JobsQuest•Irondale, AL

1d•$16 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Water Utility Service Helpers assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water mains and services, fire hydrants, and meters to provide clean and safe water. Employees in this job class are responsible for preparing and cleaning up the work project site. Water Utility Service Helpers receive specific assignments; work as instructed and consult with the supervisor as needed on all matters not specifically covered in the original instructions. Work is reviewed on a daily basis for completeness and accuracy by a supervisor. Their work assignments are received orally from a supervisor.

Requirements

Driver's license.
Experience working in a construction setting.

Responsibilities

Performs water utility preparatory and clean-up work, and assists in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water transmission/distribution systems (e.g., well water and pumps).
Performs work related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of water transmission/distribution systems (e.g., well water and pumps) and associated structures and devices (e.g., mains, service lines, meters, valves, and/or fire hydrants); includes line location.
Operates equipment (e.g., tapping machine, listening device, backhoe, bobcat, and trencher) used in work on water transmission/distribution systems and in the inspection of grease control devices and wastewater sampling to include hand tools, such as hand or line location tools.
Ensures tools and equipment are available (e.g., trucks/warehouses are stocked with the necessary materials, tools, and equipment), assembled, and in proper working order.
Monitors the operation of water system and performs routine water quality tests.
Follows proper safety protocol in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, and within mandated and appropriate work safety standards, to include using and wearing safety equipment in completion of work.