Utility Systems Worker I W

JOB This is the entry-level class in the line maintenance series. Under direct or general supervision, performs a variety of routine to skilled work in the installation, repair, construction, and maintenance of the City’s water distribution system, wastewater collections systems, and related appurtenances; and performs related work as required. Receives technical and functional direction and training from the Utility Systems Worker II and/or direct or general supervision from the Utility Systems Worker III. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic maintenance experience learn City infrastructure, systems, and facilities, use of tools and equipment, and a wide variety of practices and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses, and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Performs a variety of routine to skilled work to inspect, install, maintain, and repair valves, water distribution pipelines and related appurtenances; inspects and tests lines in the distribution system; threads and fits pipesInspects water services for compliance with established codes and/or damaged or worn parts and makes repairs as necessary; performs preventative maintenance adjustments.Performs water valve and hydrant maintenanceTurns on and off main line valves, hydrants, and fire service lines.Reports water service defects and public safety hazards, including providing exception list information and reporting hazards to supervisors.Turns water service on or offUses backhoe to begin trenches or make minor excavations, places shoring where required, and makes necessary installations and repairs to distribution and collection pipelines.Operates and maintains specialized vehicles and light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment and trucks appropriate for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City’s infrastructure.Performs safety and service inspections of assigned trucks and equipment; steam cleans, washes, and fuels equipment; assists in lubrication and maintenance of equipment.Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public and City workers.Remains accessible via personal cell phone to address job-related issues or emergencies using City applications.Other duties as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Maintenance principles, practices, tools, and materials for maintaining and repairing water distribution systems.The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and power equipment.Basic traffic control procedures and traffic sign regulations.Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.Shop arithmetic.Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling of hazardous chemicals and confined space entry.Safe driving rules and practices.Basic computer software related to work.Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff, in person and over the telephonePerform construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work on water distribution systems, facilities, and equipment such as found in the City.Position requires frequent walking, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance, push/pull materials, and carry materials as necessary.Visual acuity, speech, and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate office equipment.Regularly scheduled for 5-day, 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday; overtime occasionally required.Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical, and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.Position requires strong verbal and written communication abilities.Must be able to work basic computer software programsPosition is classified as “essential”.