Public Works Utility 1 - Sewer

Public Works Utility 1

• Sewer City of Willard MO Willard, MO Job Details Full-time $17.50
• $23.

00 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work High school diploma or

GED Driver's License Driving Construction Full Job Description Title:

Public Works Utility Maintenance I•

Sewer Classification:

Public Works Department Supervised By:

Director of Public Works General Purpose of Position Provides maintenance of city property, utilities and performs necessary maintenance on all sewer assets using knowledge gained through on-the-job experience, certifications, or pursuit of appropriate training. Major Duties and Responsibilities Assists with Sewer Operations Performs activities and work assignments at all lift stations. Assists with daily readings for pumps, generators, and other measured devices. Removes fats, oil, and greases from lift stations as needed. Inspects manholes for inflow and infiltration. Operates water jetting machine to clean lines or remove blockages Completes all necessary paperwork associated with replacements or repairs. Installs new lines. Operates sewer camera to identify problems in sewer lines. Assists with other Public Works functions as needed Assists with Lift Station maintenance assignments as required Performs maintenance for main breaks. Assists with snow removal. Weekend and night on call rotation. Assists in Maintenance City streets, greenways, trails, and rights-of-way Mows areas with tractor or by hand as scheduled. Brush hog areas as needed. Provides light maintenance of equipment as necessary. Sprays insecticide and weed killers. Assists in road maintenance. Performs other duties as directed Job Context Status

• Full-time Must be able to pass a drug screening FLSA Status
• Exempt Department
• Public Works Immediate Supervisor(s)
• Public Works Director Frequency of Supervision
• Once or twice weekly; more often during winter Number of Supervised Employees
• None Type of Work Schedule
• Regular hours, year-round Frequency of Overtime
• Occasionally, for snow removal and emergencies Frequency of Night Work
• Occasionally, for snow removal and emergencies Shift Position
• Not Applicable On Call Status
• Rotation Percentage of Work Indoors
• 10% Percentage of Work Outdoors
• 90%, in all types of weather conditions Exposure to Chemicals / Hazardous Materials
• On a regular basis Applicable Chemicals / Hazardous Materials
• Cleaning supplies, muriatic acids, pool chemicals, insecticides, herbicides, marble dust, gasoline, oil, vehicle exhaust, flood water, human waste Physical Work Associated with This Position
• Lifting, climbing, raking, shoveling, bending, walk for long periods of time, carrying equipment, pulling and pushing
• Exposure to chemicals / hazardous materials may not be limited to this list.
• These are the most common types of physical work associated with this position; however, this list is not considered to be exhaustive.

Education and Experience The person in this position must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Prefer experience in plumbing, public works, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education or experience will be considered. Licenses and Certifications A valid Missouri driver's license is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge

• Basic plumbing principles
• Purchasing procedures
• Water tower, lift station and pump station operations
• Principles of public works operations
• Safety recognition
• Operation of heavy equipment
• Procedures to maintain vehicles and equipment
• Procedures related to utility meter reading
• Meter repair and maintenance
• Layout of city streets
• General equipment operation
• Basic understanding of hand tools and small machinery
• Minor mechanical repairs on the truck and other machinery
• Basic measurement principles
• Basic construction methods and practices
• General maintenance practices
• Proper grammar and the use of English in speaking and writing
• OSHA standards and regulations concerning employee safety
• Federal and state statues concerning the work of the department
• Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division and multiplication
• General functions and operations of municipal government Skills and Abilities
• Usage of power tools or small machinery
• Apply basic plumbing principles
• Basic construction skills as they apply to water and sewer maintenance
• Capable for walking for long periods of time over lengthy distances
• Ability to make judgments concerning meter repair
• Heavy equipment operating skills
• Good defensive driving skills
• Understand flow of traffic
• Leadership skills
• Ability to follow orders
• Use tools and small machinery
• Operate and maintain light equipment
• Spatial skills
• Good physical strength
• Install signs accurately and properly for water and sewer maintenance
• Deal with others in a professional manner
• Maintain professional composure in heated situations
• Follow departmental and city policies and procedures
• Prioritize daily workflow
• Work as a team member with other employees
• Meet specified or required deadlines
• Communicate effectively with other City employees, both oral and written
• Work autonomously when necessary
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.50

• $23.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person