Utility Worker I

Description

Alliance Water Resources, Inc. is seeking a Utility Worker in Boonville. Alliance is local operations has a need for a talented individual that can perform manual and semi-skilled work involving maintenance, repair, and customer service functions related to drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and equipment. The work is generally performed under direct supervision. Hours are Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm with some on-call duties. These are full-time, non-exempt, permanent positions. Starting salaries depend on assigned functions.

Requirements

• Performs a variety of maintenance and repair work on assets such as sewer lines, manholes, water wells, water mains, service lines, meters, and other associated appurtenances; assists in repair of vehicles and/or other public works facilities and equipment.
• Assists or performs preventive maintenance and repair on assigned water, wastewater, streets and/or grounds maintenance related equipment including mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure proper and safe operations.
• Performs preventive cleaning of collection system using jetters, cables and rod machines; provides maintenance and repair on blocked systems.
• Installs new and repaired infrastructure as directed; performs inspections of equipment according to directions.
• Follows safety rules set by company, state and federal regulations which may include participating in safety meetings, inspecting equipment, assisting and/or advising co-workers of possible safety hazards.
• Assists in location of water and sewer mains, valves, manholes, and other municipal utilities and appurtenances.
• Assists in the inspection of new installations of water and sewer lines and appurtenances.
• Cleans and maintains facilities, equipment, and tools, and performs groundwork such as yard repairs, mowing, trimming, and painting as directed.
• Maintains records of corrective and preventive maintenance according to set procedures.
• Completes assigned jobs including work orders and the recording of test results according to set procedures.

Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Graduation from high school or GED and one year experience in construction or equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ability to read and write.
• Knowledge of state and federal standards and regulations governing water/wastewater collection, treatment, and distribution.
• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions related to water or wastewater operations.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment of wastewater system and/or water system maintenance and repair.
• Ability to make repairs on a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read meters and gauges and interpret findings.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Possess an appropriate level certification in water and/or wastewater as necessary per division.
• Ability to use and maintain tools, equipment, and computers associated with water or wastewater operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, clients, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to be on-call evenings and weekends and to work long hours.
• Possess or the ability to possess a valid state driver's license or an appropriate level CDL as necessary.
• A person working in this job will need, on a daily basis, to:
• • Perform heavy labor including walking long distances, standing, bending, stooping, reaching and digging
  • Have the ability to work in confined spaces and wear appropriate safety equipment
  • Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate and otherwise use small to large hand tools
  • Grasp, lift, carry and set down objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift and otherwise move equipment, controls and parts weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Visually assess construction, maintenance and repair needs
  • Climb and work from ladders and stairs
  • Perform outside work in extreme weather conditions
  • Be exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes and/or potentially hazardous chemicals
  • Read and comprehend written instructions, job orders, etc.; complete forms and write notices
• Assists in ordering supplies and equipment as directed or required; maintains inventory according to procedures.
• Operates and drives assigned vehicles (minimum Class E license) as needed to provide effective and safe service to client and customer.
• Performs customer service functions as assigned.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.