Purpose Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work for the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground utility (water, wastewater, and stormwater) systems. •(This position is a temporary to hire position. If selected for a Utilities/Pipelayer I position, employment will be setup for 3-months with a temporary staffing agency the City is contracted with for 2025/2026. •City benefits become effective on the official date of employment with the City of Kingsport if employment is offered after the initial 3-months employment through the temporary staffing agency ). The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations. Essential Functions Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks using appropriate hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, drills, blowers, chainsaws, pipe saws, etc.); Performs a variety of manual laboring tasks; Setup, maintain, and operate traffic control (including flagging) for work zones; Ensures all tasks are competed in a safe and efficient manner; Operates and maintains vehicles and small equipment (mowers, tractors, skid steer, trencher, asphalt rollers, concrete saws, pipe cleaning equipment, etc.); Install and maintain pressurized and gravity pipe in trench excavation, sometimes requiring use of trench shoring equipment; Performs work in confined spaces such as manholes, meter vaults, trenches, etc.; Performs tap installation using pipe tap machine; Assists in operation of high-pressure pipe cleaning equipment; Performs maintenance work on water and wastewater facilities (pump stations, plants, etc.); Maintains facilities (utility plants, pump stations, underground utility infrastructure, storage facilities, etc.); Performs appropriate inspections and keeps equipment and vehicles clean and in safe working condition; Performs minor/maintenance/repairs to equipment and vehicles used; Keeps appropriate records of the tasks performed (pre-trip inspections, inventory control, etc.; Occasionally fills in for other positions when needed and assist in training other employees; Understand and comply with federal and state regulations regarding utility systems; Employee will be assigned to a specific after hours on-call schedule depending on assigned field; Attend training as needed to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, as well as maintain required certifications; Assist in emergency operations as needed; Mentor new employees; and Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Ability to work independently and make independent judgements: Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions for operating construction equipment; Knowledge in using hand and power tools in construction and maintenance work; Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and materials used in various utility (water, wastewater, and stormwater) construction projects; Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of relevant vehicles and equipment; Knowledge of the elements of construction technology as they relate to the assigned construction, maintenance, and repair activities; Skill in performing manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions; Skill in reading schematics and follow oral and written instructions; Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing including tactful and courteous communications with the public; Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other city personnel and the public. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Experience working in a team environment; Valid driver's license; Valid State of Tennessee or Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Learner's Permit within 6 months of hire.

RETIREMENT- TCRS

Hybrid Plan:

Participation is mandatory. No waiting period. Plan is a combination of a defined benefit plan and a defined contribution plan. The defined benefit plan consists of a 5% mandatory contribution from the employee and a 4% employer contribution. Employee is also auto-enrolled at 2 % in the defined contribution plan with the City contributing 5%. Employee has the option to increase or decrease his/her defined contribution percentage.

VACATION

Vacation accrual is based upon your length of service with the Ctiy Of Kingsport. New employees will receive upon hire date one (1) week vacation, and will accrue 6.67 hours per month with the exception of Firefighters who accrue 12 hours per month. Vacation is available for use as it is earned.

HOLIDAYS

The City of Kingsport offers 12 paid Holidays per year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Floating Holiday (1 day). There is no eligibility period to qualify for Holiday pay.

SICK HOURS

Employees accrue eight (8) sick hours at the end of each month worked. Sick hours may be used for personal or immediate family illness up to a maximum of 1040 hours per calendar year. In addition, sick hours may also be applied toward early retirement (see TCRS rules for retirement for further information).

LIFE INSURANCE

The City of Kingsport provides all full time employees Term Life Insurance at no cost. The coverage amount is equal to one (1) times your annual base salary.

SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE INSURANCE

( optional): - Full time employees also have the option to elect Supplemental Life Insurance coverage at an additional one (1) times their annual base salary. Rates are based upon your age and annual salary.

DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE

(optional): Full time employees can elect Term Life insurance for their dependents at either $5,000 or $10,000 amounts. The cost elect coverage for their dependents at $.64 per pay period for $5000; $1.28 per pay period for $10,000.

LONG TERM DISABILITY

(optional): Carrier is MetLife. Monthly premium cost is shared 50/50 by employee/City. Eligible after 90 days of employment. Covers 60% of your monthly earnings up to a maximum of $7,500.00. Pays until you are approved for social security disability or until you return to work. Benefits begin after 120 days of consecutive disability

HEALTH INSURANCE

(optional): Carrier is BCBST, network S. Full time employees have the option to select from two (2) plans (Standard Plan and Basic Plan). Premium cost is shared by employee/City.

EMPLOYEE HEALTH CLINIC

Provider is Premise Health. Confidential. Available to employees/dependents who are covered under the City's health care plans (BCBST). Clinic treats both acute and chronic conditions and can prescribe medications, provide annual physicals, health coaching, lab work, and much more. No co-pays, no deductibles, and no cost for select generic medications dispensed on-site.

DENTAL INSURANCE

(optional): Carrier is Delta Dental. Premium cost is paid by employee. Annual maximum coverage of $1,000 per member which increases by $100 per year up to a maximum of $1,500 provided member has at least one preventative procedure performed each plan year.

VISION INSURANCE

(optional): Carrier is Davis Vision. Premium cost is paid by employee. Annual eye exams, lenses and lens upgrades, frames, contacts.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

(optional): Carrier is Flores. Contribution amounts are pre-tax. Healthcare and Dependent Care options. Employees can contribute up to the allowed IRS maximum amounts. Healthcare rollover of up to $610 for plan year 2024.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

2 programs: Ballad Health and Ulliance, Inc. Available to Full time employees. Provides confidential mental health and substance abuse services and much more.

EMPLOYEE PHYSICAL WELLNESS PROGRAM

Provider is Cora. Available to all regular full time and part time employees at no cost. Provides a regiment of treatment when employees experience minor musculoskeletal disorders due to life's everyday stresses and strains.

KINGSPORT AQUATIC CENTER

Free membership for full time employees elected in the City's medical plan. Discounted rates for employees and their family.

GYM MEMBERSHIPS

(optional): City will reimburse 50% of individual membership rate each quarter. Reimbursement is based on an attendance requirement. AIR MED (optional): Provider is AirMed. Memberships can be elected in 1, 3, 5, or 10 year increments. Provides air ambulance services for a life or limb threatening emergency to an emergency medical treatment facility.

ACCIDENT INSURANCE

(optional): Provider is Trustmark. Supplemental accident insurance that pays you cash directly to help pay for treatment for covered accidents.

CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE

(optional): Provider is The Standard. Insurance that helps cover out of pocket expenses associated with a serious illness. Helps fill the gaps caused by these out of pocket costs. Pays you for completing certain health screenings.

UNIVERSAL LIFE/LONG TERM CARE

(optional): Provider is Trustmark. Whole Life Insurance policy that includes a long-term care benefit that can help you pay for services at any age. Benefit never reduces due to age.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

Full-time, non-probationary employees are eligible to request tuition reimbursement for courses that are work-related and improve the skills required by employees in their employment. Reimbursement will be provided after eligible expenses remaining are unpaid from other financial aid/assistance (scholarships/grants).

Undergraduate Courses:

up to $1,000 per employee per semester/$3,600 in a fiscal year

Graduate Courses:

up to $1,200 per employee per semester/$3,600 in a fiscal year