What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Maintenance Worker II position at ONONDAGA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY?
The work involves responsibility for performing semi-skilled tasks involving the installation, maintenance and repair of water mains and services and operating specialized motor equipment in the performance of same. In addition to performing similar duties to that of a Water Maintenance Worker I, this class has responsibility for the operation and minor servicing of specialized motor equipment used in the excavating of trenches for the installation and repair to water mains, hydrants, and meter pits. General supervision is received from a water department supervisor. Assignments are received verbally or through simple written work orders. Work may be reviewed in progress or upon completion by visual observation or through submission of forms indicating job performance. In performance of small tasks, the employee may function independently. Supervision may be exercised over a small number of laborers, but ordinarily this employee works as a team member under a crew leader. Does related work as required. Water Maintenance Worker II
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Good knowledge of the maintenance and service practices utilized in a water distribution system.
Good knowledge of the tools and terminology as they relate to the operation of a water distribution system.
Good knowledge of the preventative measures taken to eliminate work associated accidents.
Good knowledge of the working of specialized motor equipment as used in the excavation of earth.
Skill in the operation of extractors, backhoe and payloaders.
Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
Ability to follow oral and simple written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.
Ability to perform the work as required.
Mechanical aptitude.
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A) Two (2) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, involving the actual construction, maintenance or service phases of a water distribution system water mains and appurtenances at least six (6) inches or larger, six (6) months of which must have involved demonstrated experience in the operation of construction equipment such as a backhoe, extractor, payloader, lift motor or related equipment; or,
B) Two (2) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, involving the actual construction, maintenance or service phases of a water distribution system water mains and appurtenances at least six (6) inches or larger and six (6) months of any experience in the operation of construction equipment such as a backhoe, extractor, payloader, lift motor or related equipment; or,
C) When employed at OCWA, five (5) years as a Water Maintenance Worker I.
SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENT
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B, with appropriate endorsements as required by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for the class of vehicle being operated.
OUR MISSION: To provide safe, reliable and affordable water to residents, businesses and industries in Central New York in a manner protective of water resources and the environment.
OUR VISION: To be an innovative water industry leader for the 21st Century.
OUR SUSTAINABILITY PROMISE THROUGH STEWARDSHIP: Part of the reason that OCWA is able to deliver water so efficiently is that we believe in using our resources responsibly. That is why we continue to build toward a sustainable future through a strong infrastructure and reinvestment program.
- Some water utilities have a goal of reinvesting as little as 2% of their budgeted annual revenues in the renewal and replacement of their infrastructure. By contrast, OCWA in 2021 reinvested 22% back into our assets.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION AS AN EMPLOYEE IS AN IMPORTANT ROLE FOR OUR GREATER OCWA COMMUNITY!
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