What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Equipment Operator I - LTU Water Service Center Construction position at City of Lincoln/Lancaster County?
Lincoln Water System is one of 11 divisions in the City of Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) Department. The LTU team provides transit, transportation, and utilities services year-round to the citizens of Lincoln. Nearly 600 team members make up LTU. We fuel the importance of building relationships within our divisions and department and with our community partners. The Department's mission is to responsibly deliver, enhance and maintain vital infrastructure and services for the good of our community. We value our team's forward-thinking attitude and pride ourselves on good stewardship of our environment. We celebrate our individual strengths that in turn take our teams to new levels of accomplishment. We commit ourselves to offering additional training opportunities and a variety of paths for professional job growth. Our teammates enjoy benefits that include, but are not limited to, a retirement match, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and health, dental, and vision plans. Join the largest department at the City of Lincoln today. We are excited to enhance our community's quality of life together.
Lincoln Water System is seeking to fill the role of Utility Equipment Operator I - Water Service Center Construction. This position requires skilled work in the operation of a variety of equipment related to the repair and maintenance of public utility facilities.
THIS SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION IS SUBJECT TO MANDATORY DRUG TESTING POLICIES AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Hours: Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; On Call as scheduled.
Location: 2021 N 27th Street Lincoln, NE 68503
Location: 2021 N 27th Street Lincoln, NE 68503
Perform repair of water main breaks.
Check and maintain hydrants.
Locate, check, and maintain valves in the water distribution systems.
Responds to emergency water main breaks after hours.
Requires frequent contact with Water customers.Knowledge of the operating requirements of equipment used in the maintenance and repair of a water supply and distribution system.
Knowledge of applicable safety measures and precautions used in the operation of assigned equipment.
Ability to read and understand water construction plans.High school graduate or equivalent and at least 6 months experience in the operation of trucks and construction equipment, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements:
Valid driver's license. Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) is required or the ability to obtain within 60 days of appointment or equivalent.
IF YOU CURRENTLY HAVE A CDL, PRIOR TO BEING HIRED FOR THIS POSITION YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO REGISTER WITH THE FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION DRUG AND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register
Salary : $25 - $30
