Water Services Division Utility Worker

Department: Public Works

Reports To: Wastewater Foreman & Water Distribution Foreman

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Effective Date: 06/26/2023

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under general supervision, performs skilled cleaning, repair, inspection, and maintenance work of the City’s water and sewer system and pump stations; operates a variety of equipment in the construction, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water and wastewater facilities and systems; and maintains and repairs the water and treatment plant facility and fixtures as needed/require.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.

Sewer:

• Performs sewer line, pump station, and point repair and maintenance including cleaning and root cut with the Jet-Vac truck; operates a variety of equipment and machinery in performing tasks; completes work zone safety form and ensure safety of crew and integrity of repairs; troubleshoots, cleans, repairs, and replaces vacuum pumps, plumbing, probes, floats, and water separators; changes pump seals; removes pump impeller obstructions; vacuums wet wells; and troubleshoots and repairs the electrical systems.
• Repairs manholes; replaces damaged lids, frames, metal and concrete rings and seals with pressure grout; raises manholes to grade; conducts televising with push camera of sewer mains for obstructions and damage; digs ditches; constructs safety shoring to repair sewer mains; and repairs service lines and reconnects to the sewer main.
• Monitors creeks and streams for pollution and dumping; and performs fence and gate repairs as needed; assists the Engineering Department on sewer line installation and inspection; assists contractors with troubleshooting and repairs of facility and pump stations; and assists with large scale sewer televising operations; repairs and constructs concrete encasements around sewer main in the creeks; rip-rap creeks to protect encasements; sets up forms and puts down rock; pours concrete for driveways and sidewalks; monitors sewer flow and downloads data logs on laptop computer;

Water:

• Repairs water breaks; performs water taps; digs up and replaces water pits; and lays sod for water breaks.
• Performs turn off and turn on of customer’s water; responds and replies to customer complaints and concerns; and locates water utilities and lines for customer requests.
• Takes water samples from several areas in the city and forwards to the State; tests water meters for customers; exercise water main valves; inspects fire hydrants to ensure they are working properly; and inspects and cleans pump stations.
• Trains new employees as needed; and inspects and cleans all water division properties.

All:

• Responds and troubleshoots odor calls from residents; installs and repairs facility water lines (fresh and effluent); repairs facility fixtures, toilets, urinals, sinks, and lighting; marks sewer and water lines for Missouri One Call; performs other minor facility upkeep and repairs such as painting and fiberglass repair; and maintains all equipment, small engine repairs, tune-ups, oil and filter changes.
• Plows snow, mows, weeds, trims trees and performs tree removal around grounds, facilities, and fire hydrants; and unloads heavy parts and materials needed at the facility.
• Assists other municipalities in emergency repairs, pump station and culverts repairs and maintenance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Belton and the constituent population by providing excellent customer service; promotes the City goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records and City information; and performs related duties as required or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Operations, services, and activities of a City Public Works Department and water/wastewater operations and maintenance functions preferred.
• Effective communication principles and practices.
• Basic records management methods and techniques.
• Computer applications such as word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Safe operation of various construction equipment and hand tools associated with water/wastewater maintenance and repair functions and excavation equipment.
• Reviewing, reading, analyzing, and interpreting equipment repair and maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings preferred.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Possession of a valid Class B State Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes within six months of hire; other licenses/certifications such as Wastewater Class D License, Distribution System Operator III License, and Voluntary Collection Systems Certificate may be required within a specific time period after hire.

Physical Requirements:

• This position is required to perform physical activities ranging from lifting large, heavy objects up to 80lbs.
• Being regularly exposed to dangerous machinery; being exposed to potential physical harm; and working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Salary : $21 - $23