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Government Jobs lists this Utility Service Worker opportunity in oak creek, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Distribution System OperatorUnder the general supervision of the Distribution Manager, this position is responsible for maintaining reliable and efficient water and sanitary sewer service to customers. The work encompasses all phases of the distribution system, including water and sewer main maintenance and repair, inspections, meter operations, customer service activities, and operation of related equipment and facilities. The position requires technical skill, independent judgment, and the ability to respond to routine and emergency situations. The hours for this position are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday - Friday with rotating on-call schedule.Inspects water and sanitary sewer main installations to verify materials, alignment, line and grade; prepares as-built documentation; and performs leakage and pressure testing. Performs water main tapping, hydrant and main flushing, valve operation, and reads, installs, tests, and repairs water meters. Responds to customer inquiries and complaints and investigates service-related concerns.Operates, inspects, and performs routine maintenance and repairs on sewage lift stations and other distribution system facilities. Responsibilities include televising, cleaning, and conducting condition assessments of sanitary sewers. Operates trucks and heavy and light equipment, including backhoes, compressors, pumps, generators, pneumatic hammers, drills, and hand tools to excavate and repair water and sewer main breaks, hydrants, service laterals, curb stop boxes, valves, and valve boxes. Field locates public underground facilities as required for Diggers Hotline tickets.Performs routine maintenance on equipment and distribution facilities, including lubrication, oil changes, packing replacement, filter changes, cleaning, painting, and basic building and heating system maintenance. Custodial and grounds maintenance duties are performed as necessary to maintain facilities and grounds in a safe, functional, and professional condition, including cleaning interior spaces, snow removal, lawn care, and landscape maintenance.Monitors, troubleshoots, and performs maintenance on SCADA and communication equipment associated with the water treatment plant and sanitary and storm lift stations. The employee assists with cleaning and maintenance of water pumping and treatment facilities as required.The employee must obtain a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Grade 1 "D" Distribution System Operator License within six months of employment. A valid Wisconsin motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained throughout employment. The employee must obtain and maintain a Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A with "N" endorsement, within 6 months of employment. The loss of CDL or licensure may result in discipline, up to and including termination.Paid Time Off (PTO) Schedule: 1-3 Years 23 days per calendar year (pro-rated first year) 4-6 Years 25 days per calendar year 7-9 Years 28 days per calendar year 10+ Years 30 days per calendar year. Holidays: Ten (10) per year as scheduled annually by Council. See Utility handbook for details. Health Insurance: The City's plan offered is subject to change each calendar year. Employee is eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of service. Employee contributes toward monthly premium. Dental Insurance: Delta Dental or CarePlus plan. Specific plans offered are subject to change each calendar year. Employee is eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of service. Vision Insurance: Voluntary (employee-paid) plan available through Superior Vision. Employee is eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of service. Pension: Wisconsin Retirement Fund. Employee pays employee share of WRS contribution rate each pay period. Life Insurance: Basic Life insurance equal to annual salary. Paid for by the City through the Wisconsin Retirement System. Effective first day of the month after 30 days of employment.
Worksite address
oak creek, WI, 53154, US
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