VILLAGE OF WESTON JOB DESCRIPTION UTILITY MAINTAINER
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Utility Foreman FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Pay Grade:
H This description is not an announcement of a position opening. To view current openings please visit www.westonwi.gov/jobs. The following statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels characteristic of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an exhaustive list of the specific duties and prerequisites applicable to individual positions that have been so classified. Purpose of the Position Under the daily general direction of the Utility Foreman, performs operation and maintenance functions on water and wastewater physical infrastructure. The work shall generally include a variety of tasks related to the operation of wells, reservoirs, booster pumps, chemical feed equipment, water storage tanks, lift stations, water distribution system and wastewater collection system. Daily work plans are reviewed each day with the Utility Foremen. Supervision received, for day-to-day activities, is general. Overall work plans are discussed with the Utility Superintendent for periodic review of progress. Special projects and work assignments may be directed by the Director of Public Works, or designee. There is frequent interaction with the public and other Village departments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The general duties and responsibilities of the position are to perform routine daily operation and maintenance activities for the water and sewer utilities and respond to emergency needs as required. The following is a description of some of the specific duties and responsibilities for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive as other duties may be required and assigned: 1. Water meter reading, testing and repair, installation and removal of meters and accessories. 2. Water main flushing, operating valves and hydrants, valve and hydrant maintenance, curb stop locating and repair. 3. Maintenance, cleaning, flushing and repair of sanitary sewers, gauging stations, and lift stations. 4. Maintenance of mechanical equipment such as pumps, sewer cleaning equipment, service vans, etc. 5. Maintenance, cleaning, and repair of wells, pumps, towers, and other utility structures and equipment. 6. Investigate customer complaints. 7. Be familiar with street and utility locations. 8. Locate Village infrastructure for Digger's Hotline Tickets. 9. Perform cold weather operations such as water service line and sewer main thawing following approved procedures and policies. 10. Perform daily well house and water treatment plant inspections that include checking pump and motor operation, checking chemical feed operations, recording pertinent data such as flow, pumping level, chemical feed quantities, etc.
Position Created:
2014
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February 4, 2019 Page 1• of 4• 11. Purchase materials, parts and equipment required for the operation and maintenance of the utilities. 12. Frequently subject to work outside of a normal work hour/week schedule as weather or circumstances dictate, e.g. snow storms, rain/wind storms, tornados, fires, accidents, broken water mains, sewer failures, or other events requiring response to protect the public as a result of natural or man-made circumstances. Typically, these events occur on an un-scheduled basis 13. Respond to equipment failures both during and after regular work hours. 14. Performs manual labor e.g. shoveling, raking and sweeping. 15. Performs all duties in conformance with Village policies as described in the employee handbook. 16. Know and comply with Village, State and Federal safety policies and standards. 17.
Employee relations:
Foster a productive and collaborative work environment by coordinating work efforts with other Village departments and employees. 18. Operation of the various vehicles and equipment within the Village fleet in a manner consistent with care and knowledge necessary to not put any other employee or the public in peril. 19. Collect weekly, monthly and quarterly water samples for bacteriological tests, water chemical analysis, and others as required by regulatory agencies and/or village staff. 20. Perform chemical residual tests on water supply and collect other samples as directed by the Utility Foreman. 21. Maintain chemical feed systems including transfer containers, receiving and transferring stock, maintaining equipment, etc. 22. Repair/rebuild chemical feed pumps as needed 23. Remove and repair wastewater pumps 24. Perform maintenance on pump control valves Additional Duties and Responsibilities Prepare and submit reports to regulatory agencies Conduct, in cooperation with the Utility Foreman, annual inspections by the Department of Natural Resources and other regulatory agencies as needed. Develop an outline of daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual operation and maintenance events. Schedule such events with the Utility Foreman, Utility Superintendent and/or the Director of Public Works. Update outline to reflect new facilities and activities. Perform related work as required or assigned by the management staff. Perform any other task which the employee is asked to perform. Due to the Village's focus on cross training and utilizing employees across traditional department lines, Utility Maintainers will occasionally, or seasonally be responsible for working in either the Parks or Street Operations functions within the Department of Public Works. The tasks assigned in these departments include:
Street Operations:
o Snow plowing: Ability to operate a 1-ton truck with plow, end loader with plow, and/or single/tandem axle dump truck with front and wing plows, and spreader for salt/sand application, o Driving tri/quad axle trucks to haul material, o Adjustment of valves and manholes, o Drainage system maintenance,
Parks Operations:
Position Created:
2014
Revised:
February 4, 2019 Page 2• of 4• o Maintenance of grass areas in all park and public places, including mowing, trimming, fertilizing, watering and weed control. Utilizing all types of mowing and trimming equipment. o Tree trimming, o Custodial work including: cleaning shelters, restrooms, collecting and disposing of refuse, shoveling snow and other tasks; o Brushing, trimming, planting and care of trees and shrubs o Maintenance of park shelter buildings, refuse containers, picnic tables, benches, play equipment, fencing and parking areas o Maintenance and repairs to irrigation systems Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent with one to three years' experience in water/wastewater construction, operation and maintenance or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job. Possession of a valid Class A Commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the State of Wisconsin with N endorsement or ability to obtain one within 90 days. Certification as a Public Water Supply Operator, Grade T, with subclasses D, G, and V. Certification to Grade 1 level is highly encouraged. Performance Specifications Must be able to pass physical evaluation, pre-employment screening and drug test Availability to be on 24 hour call to respond to emergencies including serving as street operations first responder on a rotating basis. Must be able to report to job within a reasonable time in such instances. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds (meters, tools, manhole covers, chemical barrels, etc). Ability to cooperate and communicate with other members of the staff, supervisor, and public. Ability to effectively communicate with Department of Public Works personnel, Village residents, other Village Department personnel, inspectors, vendor representatives and agencies doing business with and within the Village. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; calculate percentages and work with fractions and decimals. Ability to follow directions and complete work and establish priorities. Ability to interpret a map and as-builts. Ability to evaluate situations and determine how to approach and undertake assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner. Ability to always interact with the public in a polite and respectful manner. Familiarity with using a computer and basic software proficiency with MS-Office, e-mail, Microsoft Office Suite, and proprietary software for time sheet data entry and facility maintenance management software.
Position Created:
2014
Revised:
February 4, 2019 Page 3• of 4• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of conventional and specialized large and small vehicles and construction equipment typically used in a municipal public works department. Ability to perform manual labor. Knowledge of the proper methods, tools, materials and equipment used for the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities. Work Environment Employee performs standard activities requiring physical effort. The duties of the job include physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, lifting (lift and carry objects weighing 25 pounds or less, and push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds), fingering, grasping, talking, hearing/listening (perceiving sounds in order to understand signals such as spoken directions, warning alarms, or requests for information), seeing/observing, bending/twisting (of the neck, back, or torso in order to reach, lift, tend machines, move materials, etc.), reaching (extending the hands or arms in any direction in order to push, pull, or grasp an object or control), feeling (using the sense of touch in fingers, hands, or other body parts to sense the position or quality of objects) and climbing (ascending or descending steps, stairs, ladders, scaffolding, or machines). Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception; the ability to adjust focus; and distinguish objects clearly at 20 inches or less with glasses, if needed. The employee may be exposed to disagreeable elements of high and low outdoor temperatures. The employee may be exposed to repetitive activities; intense or continuous noise; dirty environment; improper illumination; chemical hazards, and air contamination. The use of personal protection equipment (PPE) is required, as there is significant exposure to hazards and conditions where there is a possible danger to life, health, or bodily injury, which may include mechanical, electrical, air contaminations, and heights. May be required to work in a physically confined worksite with cramped, small or restricted workplace making it difficult to stand, sit, or walk. Acknowledgement All requirements of the described position are subject to change over time. The employee may be required to perform other duties as requested by the Village.
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__________ The Village of Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the Village will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. This position description has been prepared to assist in defining job responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and skills needed. It is not intended as a complete list of jobs, duties, responsibilities, and/or essential functions. This description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The Village retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add or delete, from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment to be proper.
