Employees must be Boston residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their

employment subject to BWSC policies and collective bargaining agreements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Investigate complaints and reported problems to water and sewer infrastructure and make necessary repairs. Excavate job sites. Operate pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, and gas hand tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned duties. Assist mechanic, craftsperson or semi-skilled maintenance person or repairperson as required. Complete required forms and reports. Responsible for the maintenance and security of all parts, materials and appropriate tools to perform assigned tasks. Instruct and direct other Commission personnel in the skills needed to perform OSRI, apprentice or other junior rating duties. Reconstruct streets, sidewalks, and other public/private ways as needed and regulate castings to grade. Perform a variety of maintenance tasks. Clean and inspect sewers, storm drains, catch basins and combined sewers and appurtenances. Perform shut-offs and let-ons of water controls as directed. Operate, inspect, repair and paint fire hydrants. Perform investigations and diagnostic tests of water and sewer systems. Load and unload stock and equipment. Assist in the use, maintenance, preparation, handling and moving of a variety of materials, tools and equipment. Execute simple sketches and plans. Fuel, wash and perform minor repairs to vehicles. May be required to perform the following: read, install, tag and seal meter and remote reading devices, clear obstructed water sources and remove snow. May be required to testify on behalf of the Commission regarding legal matters. Perform all duties as assigned or required to fulfill the functions of the position.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or GED required. Must possess a valid Massachusetts Drivers License. Successful completion of the BWSCs Apprentice Program unless otherwise agreed. May be required to complete Waste Water Collection Course and obtain certification. May be required to complete Water Distribution Course . Must have knowledge of all safety procedures and be able to demonstrate the proper use of all required safety equipment. Required to work any emergency as directed by the Commission.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer