Laborer – Water​/Sewer

Position Summary

The Laborer – Water/Sewer performs entry-level manual work in support of water distribution, sewer collection, wastewater treatment, and related operational activities. Work involves assisting with construction, installation, maintenance, repair, and service tasks necessary to support the safe and efficient operation of CPU’s water and wastewater systems.

This position performs physically demanding duties under direct supervision.

• Assists with installation and repair of water services and sewer lines
• Assists with maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and sewer collection systems
• Performs general construction and ground maintenance activities
• Loads, unloads, and transports materials and equipment
• Operates hand tools and basic power tools
• Cleans and maintains job sites and work areas
• Follows established safety procedures and utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Assists in emergency response and outage situations as assigned
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Division Foreman or Crew Leader

Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of construction and maintenance practices
• Knowledge of safe work methods and PPE requirements

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform physically demanding labor
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to interact professionally with customers and coworkers
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience:

No prior experience required. On-the-job training will be provided.

Valid Mississippi Driver’s License required.

Work is performed primarily outdoors in varied weather conditions. The position requires lifting up to 75 pounds, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, digging, operating tools and equipment, and performing repetitive physical tasks. The position may require overtime or emergency response outside regular working hours, in accordance with CPU policy.

The duties listed above are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change by the Human Resources Department with Board approval as operational needs require.