Water​/Wastewater Construction Worker I - Senior

Water/Wastewater Construction Position

This vacancy is located in the Water Construction Division of the Gas and Water Department. Class

Summary:

This is the first of four levels in the Water/Wastewater Construction series. Incumbents participate in the general repair and installation of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems as trained and directed. Responsibilities may include operating power and hand tools to excavate water and sewer lines; performing labor related to the installation of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems; inspecting and repairing existing water/wastewater infrastructure;

recording activities; and filing paperwork.

Class

Summary:

This is the second of four levels in the Water/Wastewater Construction series. Incumbents perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Responsibilities may include locating, inspecting, and maintaining manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines; ordering supplies and equipment; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants;

recording utility locations in a GIS system; maintaining records of activities; and performing the duties of lower levels.

Class

Summary:

This is the third of four levels in the Water/Wastewater Construction series. Incumbents perform specialized, skilled work in the construction, operation, inspection, and maintenance of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems. Responsibilities may include maintaining system documentation; inspecting the work of lower levels and/or contractors; locating utilities; responding to customer complaints; locating, inspecting, and maintaining manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines;

ordering supplies and equipment; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants; and performing the duties of the lower levels. Incumbents may provide work direction to the lower levels.

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three descriptions are displayed but the incumbent will be hired at the highest skill level met based on education and experience.***

Typical Class Essential Duties: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Maintains, operates and checks the operation of collection systems and facilities, which includes: locating, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants; and/or performing related duties.
• Performs inspections of equipment and remote facilities and reports on failures or operating difficulties, which includes stopping and starting equipment as required for repair; and cleaning, lubricating, and performing routine maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Maintains records and logs of systems operation and maintenance activities.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Training and Experience (positions in this class typically require):
High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and a combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licensing Requirements (positions in this class typically require):

• Class A Commercial Driver's License required for position.
• Position typically requires two of the following:
• TN Grade 2 Water Distribution Systems Operator Certification
• TN Grade 2 Wastewater Collection Systems Operator Certification
• Three years of experience in water distribution/wastewater collection construction in lieu of each Certification (Six years total experience in lieu of any Certification).

Knowledge (position requirements at entry):
Knowledge of:

• Operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and water/wastewater lines as assigned;
• Water/wastewater treatment principles and methods;
• Operation and maintenance of applicable tools, equipment, and machinery;
• Water collection and testing techniques;
• Inspection principles;
• Customer service principles;
• Safe work methods;
• Recording keeping principles;
• Comput…