Water/Wastewater Service Worker

City of Johnson City•Johnson City, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Johnson City, Tennessee is currently accepting online applications for a Water/Wastewater Service Worker with Water & Sewer Services Line Maintenance and Construction Division. The employee performs intermediate skilled mechanical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of water lines, pumps, taps and mains in water/wastewater system; does related work as required. Employees in this class perform repair and maintenance on broken wastewater lines; installation of water/wastewater equipment; maintenance of equipment and supply inventories; all work is supervised while in progress and reviewed upon completion.

Requirements

General knowledge of the construction, assembly and maintenance on a wide variety of plumbing-type equipment.
General knowledge and skill in the use of various tools and equipment necessary to perform tasks that vary in nature.
Ability to utilize safely and efficiently equipment such as air compressors, heavy machinery, etc.
Ability to maintain highest level of safety to self, crew, and general public.
Ability to interpret maps and drawings related to tasks.
Good physical condition, and ability to endure frequent bending, walking, stooping, twisting, turning, lifting, etc.
Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
One to three years of on the job experience.
Must possess a valid commercial driver's license, Class A (57) with Tanker endorsement, issued by the state of Tennessee.
Pre-employment DOT physical, drug screening and background check required.

Nice To Haves

Supplemental training is desirable in the procurement of plumbing licensure.

Responsibilities

Performs repairs on broken water/wastewater lines and equipment.
Replaces frames and covers.
Installs water/wastewater taps, meters, meter boxes, hydrants, valves and other appurtenances.
Repairs manholes.
Operates core drilling machine, tap machine, air compressor, jack hammer, pipe saw, service truck, and various hand tools.
Performs general clerical skills in filling out work orders.
Utilizes appropriate maps and drawings to locate work site areas in coordination with supervisor.
Ensures highest safety precautions during task performance.
Communicates with supervisor before, during, and after task performance.
Ensures work, maintenance, and repairs are completed properly to avoid recurring failures.
Ensures safety practices of workforce and facilities.
Performs related tasks as required.