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CO
City of Columbia
WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR
Job Description
This position installs, tests, inspects, locates, troubleshoots, evaluates, maintains and repairs all components and assets associated with standard operational and maintenance practices of the water distribution system; operates, evaluates and maintains light and heavy equipment in operation and maintenance of the water distribution system; and performs related duties as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. The work is considered medium-to-heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing or raising objects and involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking. Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, animals/wildlife, toxic/caustic chemicals, confined spaces, disease/pathogens, dangerous gases. Work involves light to heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others. Safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. Work is dynamic and requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Installs, tests, inspects, locates, troubleshoots, evaluates, maintains and repairs all components and assets associated with standard operational and maintenance practices of the water distribution system; Operates, evaluates and maintains light and heavy equipment in operation and maintenance of the water distribution system; Loads/unloads materials onto/from vehicles; Operates light to heavy off-road equipment or trucks (e.g., dump trucks and other trucks, excavators, cranes, motor graders, bull dozers, bob cats, front-end loaders, skid steers, bush hogs, back hoes, compactors, trailers, tractors, low boys, or trenchers) to excavate or compact earth, load or unload materials, move or haul materials, install pipe, etc. Maintains assigned trucks and equipment; performs cleaning, preventive and routine maintenance and simple repair work as required; Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required; Performs general manual labor tasks as required; Conducts analysis of water distribution system. Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor; Maintains accurate and complete work records as required; Prepares and submits detailed work records and reports; Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility; Provides leadership to or assists co-workers with various duties as required. Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills; Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety; May be required to work additional hours, holidays, weekends, nights and on-call rotation as needed in order to accomplish assigned work; and Required to work on call rotation; and Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications to
Perform Work:
High school diploma or GED; One (1) year relevant prior experience. Valid South Carolina Class "D" Driver's License. Must obtain DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) medical examiner's certificate within thirty (30) days from date of hire; Must possess or obtain a South Carolina Class "A" CDL within timeframe required in the CDL Program; Must possess a LLR Water Distribution System Operator Class "D" License. Able to demonstrate competency and complete the minimum requirements for Operator D as defined in the Water Distribution System Operator Training Program within two (2) years of date of hire; Must possess or obtain Asbestos certification, A Frame certification, and Trench and Shoring certification within one (1) year from date of hire. Pay grade will be dependent upon certification and work experience for applicants who possess Class "A, B, C or D" level of certification : Level Pay Grade Salary Range Trainee 107 $39,024.00 Operator Level "D" 108 $40,975.00- $52,243.00 Operator Level "C" 109 $43,024.00
- $54,855.50 Operator Level "B" 110 $46,251.00
- $58,970.00 Operator Level "A" 111 $49,720.00
- $63,393.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$54,933 / year median in South Carolina
+14% projected growth