Responsibilities:

Repairs and services (includes testing) fire hydrants Locates underground utilities using maps, rods, and electronic equipment Assists in preventative maintenance on water and sewer lines Reads water meters, entering data into portable handheld meter reading devices Checks meters for leaks, repairs as needed Installs and removes meters Assists in repairs of water and sewer lines Assists with preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and equipment Uses hand tools related to water and sewer repairs; Makes water and sewer taps Snow/Ice removal (which includes 12 hour shifts possibly nights, weekends & holidays) Assists in other areas of Public Services as needed Contributes to a positive work environment

Requirements:

Education and/or

Experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required and some related experience in the construction/plumbing industry is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Possession of a valid and appropriate driver's licenses and the ability to obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement by end of probation period.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend. Ability to speak and communicate effectively using correct English.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to wear self-contained breathing apparatus which may be necessary for entry into confined space. The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.