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at City Of Moline % Personnel Dept in Moline, Illinois, United States Job Description How You'll Contribute You'll play a hands-on role in keeping our water & sewer systems running smoothly. Whether you're installing, fixing, or maintaining equipment out in the field, your skills will help keep things flowing for the whole community. You'll work independently most of the time, using your judgment to get the job done right after getting basic instructions. Sometimes, you might take the lead & help guide a field crew through the day's work. Essential Duties Complete system repairs following standard operating procedures to protect public safety & water/sewer system integrity. Collect water samples & test chlorine residuals after distribution Respond to emergency callouts for water/sewer system issues, pump station malfunctions, & public safety hazards—including flood mitigation, snow & ice control, and storm damage. Detect system leaks using specialized electronic listening & leak correlation Perform field locates of underground water, sewer, & City-owned electric/traffic utilities using maps, records, and electronic detection Use GIS systems & databases via desktop or laptop computers to access system maps & records. Operate a variety of equipment, including excavators, loaders, dump trucks, utility trucks, vacuum trucks, pumps, valve operators, & power/hand tools. Install, repair, & maintain water mains, service lines, valves, curb & corporation Install, repair, & maintain fire hydrants, including hydrant flushing & flow Inspect, pressure test, & disinfect new water main Repair sanitary & storm sewer lines as needed Follow safety procedures including traffic control, excavation safety, & confined space entry protocols. Clean, inspect, & repair sewer conveyance systems following pollution prevention Accurately document work activities using both paper& digital record systems to support clear communication & workflow tracking. Performs other duties as assigned Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role includes a variety of physical tasks, such as standing, sitting, using hands & fingers to handle or make fine adjustments, reaching with arms, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, & crawling. You'll frequently need to lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds, & occasionally up to 100 pounds. Visual requirements include close, distance, & color vision, depth perception, & the ability to adjust focus. Work is performed in a range of weather conditions & may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant or physically demanding environments. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account