The Public Works Utility Maintenance Operator is a critical role in serving the public's water supply and core infrastructure.
This position works under the supervision of the Water Systems Technology Foreman and Water Systems Lead or designee.
Operates various types of heavy equipment such as operates six or ten wheel transport trucks, patrol, backhoe, rollers and trenching equipment; performs installation or repair of water service connections, water lines and meters, repairs or replaces fire hydrants and plugged water meters; repairs water mains; thaws frozen lines; cleans and maintains storage tanks; connects and disconnects service; searches out shut off valves; water line leaks; assists in placement of pipe and water regulators; removes, disassembles, cleans or replaces defective parts of regulators, adjusts pilot valves as needed to assure efficient water line service.
Installs new water lines using a pipe threader, tapping machine, welder, pipe cutting saw, and pipe and cable locator. Tears out and repairs curb, gutter, and street in locating and uncovering broken lines. Builds meter boxes and extensions to raise or lower existing boxes as needed.
Operates a variety of hand tools and small power equipment, including compression equipment, rollers, compressors, packing machines, tampers, and tapping machines; cleans tools and equipment to ensure proper working order.
Performs hydrant service and maintenance; tags and maps all fire hydrants; services and exercises hydrants and valves to maintain proper working order.
Operates specialized heavy equipment such as single & tandem axle dump trucks, front-end loaders, backhoe, bucket trucks, snow plow, and other similar equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of various street department projects and sites; operates light equipment such as mowers, rollers, cement mixers, pick-ups, tractors, spreaders, and various hand and power tools as needed.
Transports and deposits various construction materials such as sand, salt, gravel, dirt, etc.; performs hot mix patching, storm drain cleaning, repair and construction, snow and ice control, gravel street maintenance, street sweeping, cold mix patching, debris collection, etc.; participates in the installation and maintenance of street and road signs according to established federal guidelines.
General Functions: Checks and services assigned equipment; performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs; reports mechanical problems to the shop for repair; operates a variety of hand and power tools in performing general maintenance of vehicles and equipment; may assist in the fabrication of equipment parts.
Performs duties with due regard for personal safety, that of other employees, and the public; assists in training subordinates in proper safety practices; performs as a flagger when assigned to assure safety while working on highways.
Performs other duties (including general labor) as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Education and Experience:
A. Graduation from high school or equivalent;
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B. Two (2) years of general work experience performing above or related duties;
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C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Some knowledge of operating basic manual and power tools; the standard practices, methods, materials and tools necessary for pipe line construction and repair activities; pipe fitting procedures, pipe classifications and type; the occupational hazards and safety precautions of trench work construction and pipeline maintenance work; hazards common to heavy equipment operation; drain system construction methods etc.; interpersonal communication skills.
Entry level skill in operation of medium and heavy equipment, including pups.
Ability to operate heavy equipment of various kinds under varying conditions; make minor repairs on assigned vehicles, perform heavy physical labor; develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, local agencies and the general public; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; work from blueprints; tolerate weather extremes in the work environment; perform basic mathematical computations in reading and using various meters, gauges and related devices.
3. Special Qualifications:
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Obtain a Water Distribution IV Certification within twelve (12) months.
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Obtain a Wastewater Collection III Certification within twelve (12) months.
Must possess a valid Utah State Class A CDL.
Must be willing to work shift schedules, be on call, and be on 24-hour standby.
Must obtain Flagger Traffic Control Certification.
4. Work Environment:
Tasks require a variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, pushing and pulling, bending and stooping, twisting and kneeling, and being able to climb into and onto heavy equipment and vehicles; may be required to lift up to 50 pounds or more on occasion. Aspects of the work require talking, hearing, and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger, leg, and foot dexterity are required. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, and discriminating thinking. Daily local travel is required in the normal course of job performance. Ongoing exposure to changing weather conditions.
Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.
