WATER OPERATOR

Description

WATER OPERATOR Licensed Class C

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Public Works Superintendent and/or Water Foreman, performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled public works maintenance duties that includes the use of light to heavy equipment in all weather conditions. Responds to emergencies which effect City water such as water main breaks, weather emergencies including snow as needed at any time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs maintenance and repair on all water related delivery systems throughout the City along with all municipal and EPA paperwork for these functions.
• Responsible for maintenance on the water and sewer systems including the pumping and lift stations, repair water main breaks, sewer force main breaks, as well as failures of valve, hydrants, buffalo-boxes, manholes and catch basins.
• Operates a variety of light and heavy equipment.
• Operates snow and ice abatement equipment and takes shifts on the snow fighting team.
• Must be available for emergency call-outs after hours and in all weather conditions.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Specialized training/trade school and license for C Operator Water License or greater.
• Knowledge and operating ability of light and heavy equipment, as well as snow plows.
• Must have a valid Class C Commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement strongly preferred.

SKILLS:

• The ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
• The ability to provide customer service to the residents in a helpful, polite manner.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• To be considered for this position, you must be 18 years of age.
• Proof of citizenship and/or eligibility to legally work in the United States.

Other Information

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work condition characteristics described here represent those an employee encounter while performing this position's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is completed is all weather conditions.
• May include flexible hours, including weekends, holidays and some after-hours work or overtime work in response to emergencies.

BENEFITS:

The City of Harvey offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees including health, dental and life insurance, the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension contribution, sick days, holidays, and vacation time.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPROTUNITY POLICY:

The City of Harvey provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.