Water Utility Worker I Position Available In Madison, Alabama

Tallo's Job Summary: Water Utility Worker I at Madison County in Huntsville, AL is a full-time position with a salary range of $36,774.40 - $58,760.00 a year. Responsibilities include water system construction, maintenance, and repair. Qualifications include industrial construction experience, CDL, and a high school diploma or GED. Benefits include AD&D insurance, health insurance, dental insurance, and retirement plan.

Company:
Unclassified
Salary:
$47767
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Water Utility Worker I Madison County

HR – 4.5

Huntsville, AL Job Details Full-time $36,774.40 – $58,760.00 a year 3 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Industrial construction Working with high schoolers CDL High school diploma or GED Water systems Construction Hand tools Entry level Full Job Description Salary $36,774.40 – $58,760.00 Annually Location Huntsville, AL Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2025-00064 Department Water Department Opening Date 04/08/2025 Hiring Manager Jay Craft Hiring Manager Contact Information

DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS

Position Overview Employees of this class follow well-established procedures in the performance of semi-skilled to skilled labor connected with various water system construction and maintenance activities. Work involves a variety of tasks from those routines in nature to those involving more complex journeyman tools and machinery Instructions may be given orally or in writing. Simpler tasks may be performed with considerable independence, while more complex tasks are performed under the direct supervision of a skilled worker. Work is subject to inspection during its progress and after completion. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.) Maintains a safe working environment. Lays pipe, concrete, rocks, and other materials used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water mains, service lines, meters, and related appurtenances. Paints various structures, and performs a variety of other semi-skilled maintenance and repair work. Service, clean, and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment as necessary. Maintains Water Department lawns and landscape. Performs other duties as required. Drives trucks and other vehicles in connection with light hauling. Operates tractors and other smaller equipment when needed. Responds to after-hours calls for water outages or repairs as required. Repairs and/or replaces asphalt, concrete, landscaping, and another hardscape as necessary following water system repairs. Education and Experience Education and Experience Any combination of training and experience equivalent to graduation from a standard high school with extensive experience in industrial construction. Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Working knowledge of the use and maintenance of various hand tools and simple machinery. Working knowledge of the routine phases of a skilled trade such as a bridge or building construction. Skill to use many different types of hand tools. Skill to operate light machinery and mid-size vehicles. Ability to work under minimum supervision and maintain efficiency and accuracy in job performance. Ability to understand and follow simple written and oral instructions. Other Requirements Physical Requirements Must be physically capable of performing strenuous manual labor in adverse weather conditions, and be willing and available to be on call as needed. Must be able to see well enough to operate motor vehicles and light machinery. Must be able to hear well enough to communicate to the other workers and supervisors, both by radio and in person. Must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs. Certifications or Licenses Required Must hold a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (or obtain within six months of employment), and be insurable by the Madison County Commission’s risk underwriters. Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be obtained and reviewed annually. Must be able to pass a DOT Commercial Driver’s physical and drug screen. Must be registered for the

FMCSA DOT

Clearinghouse if you have a CDL License. Work Schedule 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday – Friday To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full. Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing. Employer Madison County Commission Department Water Department Address 246 Shields Road Huntsville, Alabama, 35811 Phone (256) 746-2888 Website https://www.madisoncountyal.gov/departments/water-department A comprehensive set of benefits is offered for all full-time employees. No benefits are offered to part-time or seasonal employees. Please consult with the Human Resources Department for a full list of benefits. Madison County periodically reviews and when fiscally able, adjusts salary rates and our benefits package to remain competitive in our area.

Benefits Summary Healthcare Insurance :

Blue Cross of Alabama is administered through the Local Government Health Insurance Plan (LGHIP). Coverage Type Employee’s Premium County’s Contribution Single Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 64.00 $ 254.50 Family Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 155.75 $ 620.05

Dental Coverage :

Dental coverage is included with LGHIP through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. LGHIP manages dental costs and provides enhanced dental benefits using negotiated discounts with in-network dentists. To locate in-network dentists go to www.bcbsal.com. Assuming the services are covered you will normally only be responsible for out of pocket.

Life Insurance :

Madison County provides $25,000 in life, $25,000 in accidental death and dismemberment and $25,000 line of duty insurance to eligible employees in certified positions.

Employee Retirement Plans :

Employees are required to participate in the Employees Retirement System, which is a Defined Benefit Plan administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA). Participants contribute 5% to 8.5% of their earnings depending on their hire date and classification. Sworn Certified Personnel have an accelerated contribution schedule Employer contribution percentage is set by the Retirement Systems of Alabama and changes annually.

Employee Clinic :

Madison County employees and dependents over age 12 may use the Employee Health Clinic for the low co-pay of $15.00 per visit. To be eligible to use the clinic, the employee and dependent must be enrolled in Madison County’s health insurance plan as their primary coverage. Voluntary Plans are also available : Additional life Insurance for employee and dependents Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and childcare)

Vision Insurance Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave :

Minimum of 10 holidays per calendar year Accrue 8 hours of annual leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month

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