Utility Worker I/II

JOB Perform semi-skilled and skilled field work in the construction, operation, and maintenance of potable water pipelines, appurtenances, and services for the Sweetwater Authority (Authority) Engineering and Operations Department.Department: Engineering and OperationsDisclaimer: The specific statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.Supervision Received/Exercised: General supervision is provided by the Distribution Manager or Director of Engineering and Operations.Direct supervision is provided by the Field Crew Supervisor. Technical and training assistance is provided by the Utility Leadworker, Utility Worker II, and Equipment Operator.There are no staff supervisory responsibilities for this position. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of potable water distribution systems including: Water main repair, replacement, flushing, disinfecting, testing, pipe cutting, and line tapping; service, hydrant, and valve installation, replacement, and exercising. Assist in the break up and removal of old concrete and asphalt; load, unload, and haul materials and equipment; clean up job sites; cut and cover trenches; install and remove meter boxes, clean up debris and weeds around meter boxes; build rough forms, mix and pour concrete; lay asphalt, and perform other related activities. Locate and mark out existing Authority facilities and appurtenances. Control and direct traffic; place and remove cones, barricades and signs; clean up at job sites; perform other related activities. Complete a variety of paperwork, including work order and service papers. Maintain records and draw intersection maps to show location of utility structures. Operate large trucks and construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, valve operating trucks and trenching machines. Perform standby duty as assigned, at intervals of one (1) week period of time to provide emergency service on a twenty-four (24) hour a day basis; respond to emergencies as required on an "on-call" basis within 30 minutes. Contact other departments or other agencies regarding utility locations. Excavate and cover trenches, and install shoring. Use computers to access facility maps and information. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors, Board members, and the public. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Position may be filled at the Utility Worker II level depending upon qualifications. See Utility Worker II job description for minimum qualifications and salary range.