Utility Technician I Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Utility Technician I position in Murfreesboro, TN offers a full-time role with a salary of $18.19 per hour, along with benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and life insurance. The role requires CPR certification, a high school diploma or GED, a driver's license, and first aid certification. The City of Murfreesboro is recruiting for this Safety-Sensitive position involving heavy manual labor in water systems repair and maintenance.
Job Description
Utility Technician I City of Murfreesboro, TN – 4.1 Murfreesboro, TN Job Details Full-time $18.19 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits 401(a) Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications CPR Certification Maintenance English High school diploma or GED Driver’s License First Aid Certification Entry level Full Job Description
DESCRIPTION
This position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. The purpose of this class within the organization is to conduct heavy manual labor in the repair, construction, maintenance and inspection of the water, re-purified water, and wastewater systems.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential Functions:
Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business. Removes old and damaged water and sewer services and replaces according to codes and requirements. Gathers the necessary equipment, parts and materials that are necessary to complete the assigned tasks for each day. Assists the operator by observing all excavation to ensure that it is done in a safe and timely manner. Digs around marked and unmarked utilities with shovels, trowels, picks and various hand tools to prevent unnecessary damage to utilities and lines. Fixes water leaks on main lines, fire hydrants, and service lines. Resets, raises and lowers manhole castings, valve boxes, fire hydrants, water meters and sewer clean out boxes, using grade rings, valve blocks, concrete, brick, mortar and fire hydrant extensions. Removes debris and prevents infiltration and blockage issues. Maintains, services and cleans all tools, trucks and equipment. Inventories all parts within trucks and facilities. Installs new sewer, water and re-purified main lines and services. Repairs asphalt, forms, pours, and finishes concrete in sidewalks, gutters, and driveways where excavation has taken place. Rods stopped sewers for the removal of roots and various types of debris in order to restore service to customers. Sets up the necessary signs, cones and safety equipment to ensure a safe and functional work zone. Makes water taps on various sizes and types of main lines. Sets manholes according to proper grade and seals all incoming and outgoing main lines and joints using hydraulic cement. Participates in standby duties, which involves working alone or with co-workers at night, weekends, and holidays to resolve situations that occur after normal business hours. Performs other work as assigned.
Physical Demands:
Refer to Essential Functions Addendum #3.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. Previous experience in maintenance of municipal water and re-purified water distribution systems, and wastewater collection system is preferred.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have or the ability to obtain American Red Cross CPR and First Aid within 12 months from date of employment. The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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