Public Works Operator

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This position requires individuals to be licensed by the State of Wisconsin for operation of the Village’s water system, wastewater system, and construction machinery. This position shall report to the Public Works & Utility Foreman which is under the direction of the Director of Public Works and Village Administrator.

Applicants must be capable of sound judgement and be able to go periods without direct supervision. This position is also a public facing position and must have quality communication skills and an upbeat attitude towards customer service.

Education Requirements:

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate. An applicant needs at least two (2) years-experience in municipal water operations, wastewater operations, or in the construction field, preferably in water & sewer construction projects. Any combination of municipal water, municipal wastewater, and construction experience will be considered. Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within six (6) months after hire.

Working knowledge of basic manual labor practices, methods, tools and materials. Knowledge of the hazards associated with the water, wastewater, or construction fields and best practices to mitigate them. Ability to perform heavy manual labor over an extended period of time in varying weather conditions. Ability to understand verbal instructions and to read and follow written instructions. Ability to operate hand and mechanical tools, equipment, and machinery. and the ability to courteously and tactfully communicate with coworkers, supervisors, other members of the organization, and the public in giving and receiving information.

Water

• Perform daily rounds – Check hour meters at wells, check chemical levels, inspect chemical pumps, inspect chemical pumps, pull and analyze chlorine and fluoride residuals
• Assist when needed in ordering of the chemicals, and ampules to text water samples
• Take state required water samples when needed.
• Assist filling out all monthly and yearly reports on the DNR’s website as needed.
• Install and test residential meters, perform cross-connection inspections.
• Exercise water valves, fire hydrant maintenance, cleaning, painting and replacing gaskets.
• Complete final reads and perform locates
• Respond to SCADA call-in failures
• Attend conventions and seminars for continuing education credits to renew and maintain license for the Operator and the Village.
• Inventory and order repair clamps as needed.
• Assist with the repair of water main breaks when possible
• Thaw water laterals as needed
• Run all standby engines each month with the Lead Operator.
• Clean injection quills bi-monthly
• Order chemical pump repair parts and rebuild pumps as needed
• Maintenance of well houses inside and out.
• Remove meters to winterize at cemetery, all parks and for seasonal residents.

Wastewater

• Assist in maintaining the Waste Water Treatment Plant
• Perform daily rounds and every other weekend
• Collect samples for BOD’s and ship them if the Lead Operator is not available.
• Jet or root cut all sewer mains at least once a year on all clay tile main and once every 3 years for PVC pipe.
• Every day read hour meters at all lift stations
• Twice a year inspect inside of lift stations cabinets and record all data like FLA amps, voltage, replace bad heaters and light bulbs.
• Respond to all SCADA call-in failures (i.e. - plugged pumps, power failures, sewer back-ups etc.)
• Help with mowing grass at WWTP
• Maintenance and installation of aeration system and blowers
• Assist the Lead Operator with in-house testing:
• WWTP – 104 test/year, Groundwater – schedule and perform the quarterly tests performed for all the monitoring wells at the WWTP. Assist with the installation of new wells.
• Seminars for continuing education credits to renew and maintain licenses for the Operator and the Village
• Help repair storm sewer inlets and manholes
• Inventory manhole and valve castings (address if needed) to avoid plow-blade damage during winter plowing.
• Yearly CMAR report and others required by the DNR.
• Clean grease off floats twice a year at lift stations, twice a year unless otherwise needed.
• Weekends in the summer (when on rounds for my normal duties) check all bathrooms in park and clean, check and fill paper products, clean shelters if rented. In the winter, shovel sidewalks.
• Assist if directed for Call-ins for storm damage or flooding
• Back-up all other crews with special Projects (guardrail, park trees, etc.)

· Complete final reads and perform locates

Public Works

• Performs minor and routine building maintenance and repairs including: painting, plumbing, welding, electrical wiring floor care and other related maintenance activities.
• Performs necessary snow and ice measures from sidewalks, parking areas or other designated areas.
• Performs general landscaping duties such as mowing, trimming, weeding, trimming shrubbery, planting and watering.
• Responsible for various record keeping duties: compiles list of necessary supplies and maintains inventory, keeps vehicle maintenance lists current.
• Prepares and maintains all parks and recreation facilities and equipment and other facilities as assigned including athletic shelters, ball fields, picnic tables and benches, signage, refuse containers, bleachers, scoreboards, playgrounds, and fences. Responsible for seasonal opening and closing of all parks.
• Watering and maintenance of trees, shrubs and flower containers throughout the Village.
• Street care and maintenance of all infrastructure and facilities.
• Storm sewer, water line, and wastewater sewer lines care and maintenance.
• Duties associated with composting.
• Cleaning, care and maintenance of Village owned buildings, grounds and other facilities as assigned and deposits refuse according to established procedures.
• Assist Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, Water Plant Operator and Electric personnel, when needed.
• Assist with limited construction work.
• Assist D.P.W. with records management
• Operating equipment such as bobcat, tractor, mowers, chainsaws, wood chipper and various vehicles
• Follow directives from the immediate supervisor and work independently with little or no supervision.
• Demonstrate individual initiative
• Be familiar with employee benefits, rules and regulations.
• Work cooperatively with all Village employees.
• Be courteous and civil to all citizens when on the job.
• Perform assigned overtime duty.
• Be willing to respond to call outs and on call opportunities
• Have computer knowledge

Other

• Assist in PSC Auditing
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Working environment is occasionally indoors, but primarily outdoors and in inclement weather. Physical requirements include frequent walking and standing; lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds; frequent balancing, bending, kneeling, handling, climbing, smelling, and twisting; occasional reaching, crawling, and feeling; and vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform the essential tasks. May be exposed to the following: hazardous or toxic materials, flammable liquids, traffic, cramped or confined work areas, excessive dust, weather/extreme temperatures, trench excavations, underground gas/electric lines, rough terrains, cutting/chipping/grinding, sewage, damp/wet surfaces, snow/ice covered surfaces, insect bites, poisonous plants, overhead power lines, toxic fumes/vapors/odors, high noises; and may be required to work overtime and be on 24-hour standby.

This position description is not to be interpreted as all-inclusive. The intention is to identify major responsibilities and requirements of this position. There may be requests to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Pardeeville, WI 53954 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $30