Water Maintenance Worker III

Performs a variety of skilled labor work associated with the repair, construction, maintenance and operation of the townships water distribution and sewer systems. Perform heavy manual labor and work special hours as required.

This position works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Worker II, Crew Leader, Foreman, Superintendent or Director of Public Works. Supervision is exercised over seasonal, temporary and part-time employees or others, including outside contractors, assigned to assist the Water & Sewer Department. May also supervise over other Maintenance Workers III as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Participate in the construction, maintenance and repairs of the Township's water distribution and sewer systems.
• Perform any of a variety of tasks involving physical strength and agility, such as meter reading, repair, meter replacement and installation; repair and clean sewers and manholes; repair and install service lines, hydrants, valves, and water mains; cut out and lay sod, trim trees and brush, mow grass, dig holes and trenches.
• Ability to engage in heavy manual labor for extended periods, in all types of weather and under various working conditions and environments.
• Operate and maintain power driven equipment and tools.
• Service equipment and make minor repairs and adjustments.
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain proper safety procedures in all work operations.
• Complete daily time sheets and departmental forms as required.
• Plow and salt snow as necessary for the Road Division.
• Perform related work as assigned.
• Perform other essential tasks as identified by Bloomfield Township.
• Make inspections of maintenance, construction and repair projects in progress and upon their completion.
• Respond to routine citizen complaints.
• Attend meetings and classes as identified by Bloomfield Township.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Bloomfield Township Administrators.

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
• 1 to 3 years' experience
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
• Licenses or Certifications
• Michigan license, CDL with A and N

• Must obtain and maintain a minimum of a S-4 distribution license within two years of appointment as well as any other related vehicle operating certificates as identified by Bloomfield Township.

Work special hours as required, including weekly rotating on-call assignments. May be called upon to plow, shovel and salt streets, parking lots and sidewalks.