Position closes 08/13/2024

Under general supervision, participates in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City's water and wastewater systems and may be assigned to a water, sewer, or construction team.

*This position performs duties deemed to be safety-sensitive" and is therefore subjected to random drug testing under the Citys policies*

Essential Job Functions:

Installs and repairs water and wastewater lines and mains.

Repairs fire hydrants, water services, meters, and meter boxes.

Operates light and heavy equipment.

Locates sewer or water lines.

Installs new service taps.

Set up of specialized equipment according to guidelines.

Cleans up of work sites and assists in the maintenance of the stations and grounds.

Flags traffic at work sites.

Clears hazardous debris from roadways.

Checks and repairs meter boxes and leaks.

Cleans blockages from sewer mains.

Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.

Raises and lowers manholes.

Responds to after-hours emergency situations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:
Requires a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by a minimum of 1 year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; Class A or B Commercial Driver's License preferred. Possession of or ability to readily obtain an ODEQ Class D Water License within 6 months of employment is required.

Physical Requirements:
Tasks involve the ability to exert forceful physical effort in heavy work, typically involving some combination of balancing, crouching, feeling, handling, hearing, kneeling, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity, walking and which involves some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 50 pounds). Must submit to a drug screening and fitness to work physical.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of relevant city, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
Knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure.
Knowledge of the materials and techniques used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
Skill in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water and wastewater system components.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
Ability to operate computers for data entry, word processing and/or accounting purposes.
Ability to operate and repair small/light equipment, such as power tools.
Ability to operate and repair medium equipment and machinery, such as vehicles or commercial mowers.
Ability to operate and repair heavy or complex machinery, such as HVAC systems, construction equipment, or water plants.
Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with a diversified group of people.