Water Utility Worker I

Under close supervision of a Water Utility Crew Chief or Water Utility Worker IV, performs a variety of routine unskilled and semi-skilled manual duties required in the operation, maintenance and installation of the water distribution and transmission system and related facilities.

Examples of Duties

Performs a variety of routine unskilled and semi-skilled duties required in the operation, installation and maintenance of the water distribution and transmission system by:

• Participating and aiding higher level Water Utility Workers in locating, installing, adjusting and repairing new and existing water service connections, meter boxes, valves, curb boxes, water mains and fire hydrants.
• Participating and aiding higher level Water Utility Workers in installing, repairing and maintaining pumps, valves and motors in pumping and treatment plant related facilities.
• Operating a lawn mower, tractor, steam and high pressure washer and GPS equipment.
• Operating a dump truck, tag along trailer and transporting construction equipment and necessary materials upon having or obtaining a Commercial Driver's License.
• Responding to emergency service calls during and after working hours, tagging customer's residences and providing temporary water and other aid as necessary.
• Assisting with the flushing of the water distribution and transmission system on at least an annual basis.
• Attending safety seminars, comprehending safety regulations and contributing to a safe working environment.
• Answering the telephone and two (2) way radios.
• Under close supervision, may operate a backhoe and other related motorized construction equipment.
• Flagging traffic as necessary.
• Assists with building, grounds and other maintenance tasks to include: cleaning and maintaining work areas, tools, vehicles and equipment; and snow removal.
• Conducting vehicle material and equipment inventory.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.