Job Description Summary
The purpose of this job is to lead work in construction, repair, and maintenance of water distribution infrastructure. Performs heavy physical labor and operates a variety of construction equipment and tools. Installs and maintains water distribution infrastructure programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Leads and coordinates the work of a group of employees; assigns and prioritizes tasks; guides employees to instruct or advise on tasks or assignments.
- Installs and maintains elements of water distribution infrastructure.
- Operates heavy equipment, machines, and hand and power tools.
- Documents work performed using a computer or other electronic device.
- Provides customer service by informing and updating users on work performed.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory authority. Work requires providing guidance and training to others. This position may oversee work quality, training, instructing, and work assignments.Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.Interactions have limited impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public / employee relations.Fiscal Responsibility
Position has no fiscal responsibility.Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.Minimum of four years of relevant experience.Licenses or Certifications
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with no airbrake restriction and trailer endorsement.Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification.Water Distribution System Operator DS III level certification issued by the State of Missouri Department of Natural Resources.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position Knowledge of :
Water main repair and installation.Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment related to water distribution systems.Safety standards and precautions pertaining to the operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment and tools.State and federal drinking water regulations.Common business software applications such as Microsoft Office, Google Calendar, and Google Mail.General office practices and administrative procedures, records management, and administration techniques and procedures.Skill in :
Operating and maintaining hand / power tools and motorized equipment in a safe and efficient manner.Operating light, medium, and heavy equipment.Estimating time and materials needed to complete jobs.Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.Developing and maintaining effective working relationships.Ability to :
Work from blueprints, plans, and sketches.Effectively plan and delegate the work of others and to train others.Organize and prioritize work.Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.Maintain detailed and accurate records.Provide high levels of effective customer service.Use GIS software, email, other computer software, mobile devices, and GPS units to retrieve, collect and disseminate data.Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.Work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.Work independently and as a member of a team.Focus on tasks.Work on-call and respond at all hours of the day / night.Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job Work Environment :
Office or similar indoor environment – SometimesOutdoor environment – Frequently or OftenStreet environment (near moving traffic)Construction site – Frequently or OftenConfined Space – SometimesVehicle – Frequently or OftenWarehouse environment – SometimesShop environment – SometimesRight of way environment – Frequently or OftenExposures :
Individuals who are hostile or irate – SometimesExtreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Frequently or OftenExtreme heat (above 100 degrees) – Frequently or OftenMoving mechanical parts – Frequently or OftenFumes or airborne particles – Frequently or OftenToxic or caustic chemicals or substances – SometimesLoud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) – Frequently or OftenThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.Incumbents required to feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands / arms, stoop, kneel, climb / balance, operate mechanical equipment, and move up and down from / to sitting position on the floor. Hours / Days Monday – Friday 7 : 00 a.m. – 3 : 30 p.m. Starting Salary $25.43 / hr Pay Grade 108 Number of Positions Available 1 Deadline to Apply 03 / 27 / 2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
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