Utility Maintenance Worker- Water

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.  Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. 

Department:           Water Resource Management

Pay Grade:              107     

FLSA Status:           Non-Exempt 

Personnel Status:  Regular Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system. This position reports to the Utility Construction Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists in the maintenance and construction of the water distribution system.
• Investigates and resolves customer complaints.
• Maintains inventory, tool, equipment, and vehicles.
• Operates various pertinent equipment and tools in order to perform assigned duties.
• Serves in the on-call rotation for after hour emergency callouts.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned. 

AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES

Professional Excellence

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Teamwork

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Engagement

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain ADEM Water Grade I Operator Certification within one year of employment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.  
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Alabama Class A Commercial Driver’s License within six months of employment. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of City and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the equipment, techniques and supplies used in water distribution system construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of City geography, including the location of utilities.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of job-related tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work, which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, climbing, bending, crouching, or stooping The employee uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color and utilizes the sense of smell and hearing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in outdoor environments, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, water, mud, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.