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Job description
Job Title
Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Water Superintendent. Performs daily tasks as assigned. This position is a bargaining unit position with the United SteelWorkers Union.
Examples of Duties
Performs installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of water meters including remote reading devices
Maintenance of pressure regulating valves; maintenance, repair, and installation of fire hydrants
Maintenance and repair of all aspects of the water distribution system from ¾" water services to 20" mains
Maintenance of sewer collection system (e.g., cleaning, televising, root cutting); maintenance of water meter and pressure regulating vaults
Landscaping, grading, and seeding of yard, pours and finishes concrete sidewalks and approaches
Tests water samples
Operates heavy equipment (e.g., trucks, tractors, backhoe, front-end loader, air compressor, jet truck, mower
Uses shop and/or hand tools (e.g., hammer, drill, staple gun, saw)
Performs water ditches and sewer lateral inspections. Takes final meter readings on residential/commercial sites
Walking and reading meters
Handles delinquent accounts by making collections/distributing past due notices door-to-door
Terminates water service by shutting off water service to customers
Assists the public by providing routine information and answering questions
Responds to customer complaints/need for service (e.g., high water bills, low water pressure, water taste, color, odor)
Performs other related maintenance tasks and documents all work performed
Installs/maintains water/sewer inventory and software/GIS mapping software packages
Maintains water/sewer atlases
Must be available for on-call or call in after normal business hours
Performs other related duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED or equivalent
Two (2) years of Construction, Utility, Maintenance, Repair and/or Inspection experience
Licensure or Certification Requirements
Valid Ohio Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brakes and tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment. The City will provide training.
Possession of Class 1 Water Distribution Certification at the time of application or ability to obtain within 18 months of employment and/or Class 1 Collection Certification. The City will provide training.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
Water distribution systems maintenance, construction, and repair
Sewer collection system maintenance, construction, and repair
Water meter maintenance and repair; general construction maintenance and repair; heavy and medium duty equipment operation and maintenance
Department policies and procedures; community resources and services; local geographical area
Skill in:
Computer operation; use of modern office equipment
Water/sewer system mechanics; motor vehicle operation
Use of bench and/or hand tools; use of mechanics' tools and equipment
Ability to:
Carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form
Deal with problems involving few variables within familiar context
Calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; read and record figures accurately
Recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action
Respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials
Handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public
Sort items into categories according to established methods; work alone on most tasks; cooperate with co-workers on group projects
Answer routine telephone inquiries
Develop and maintain effective working relationships
Resolve complaints
Demonstrate physical agility; lift objects up to 125 pounds occasionally; perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time in often adverse conditions; travel to and gain access to work site; identify and distinguish colors; operate heavy equipment; utilize cleaning materials; read street/water maps; write reports and maintain lists
Remains informed of current City regulations and procedures pertinent to duties; participates in staff development activities and services review procedures; attends staff meetings and continuing education conferences
Maintains required licenses and/or certificates
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
Performs other related duties as assigned
Working Conditions:
Heavy: lift, push, pull 50 to 100 pounds occasionally; 20 to 50 pounds frequently
Works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways
Ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds
Works in a confined space (e.g., manhole)
Works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed
Works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms (e.g., manlifts)
Is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas
Is exposed to possible injury from extremely noisy conditions above 85db
Is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, or air contaminants
Is exposed to possible injury from hazardous waste
Is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions
Is exposed to possible injury as a result of electrical shock
Is exposed to possible injury due to working with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines
Worksite address
reynoldsburg, OH, 43069, US
Who can apply
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