Utility Maintenance Specialist I​/II​/III

Utility Maintenance Specialist

Are you looking for a career change? This job has a lot of room to grow for people just joining the workforce or for experienced people changing careers. If you enjoy being outdoors and a variety of work that changes from day to day while working with your hands you then this could be the next career for you! You'll work with a small crew every day on installing, scoping, fixing & maintaining city owned utility pipes.

If you do not have your CDL yet we will help you obtain a CDL over your first year with our team.

Utility Maintenance Specialists are required to be on-call and assist with the utilities on-call rotation to respond to after-hour emergencies, such as water line breaks, sanitary sewer overflows, customer service calls, and blockages. During on-call rotation may be required to perform utility main line and water service line locates as needed.

Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater pipelines.

Operates heavy and light equipment for water and sanitary mainline repairs such as, but not limited to backhoes, frontend loaders, shoring equipment, and dump trucks.

Performs CCTV/video inspection using CUES TV equipment on sewer main lines to observe for proper flow, restrictions, water and root intrusion, and overall integrity of the sanitary collection system main lines, service taps, and manholes.

Utility Maintenance Specialists are required to be on-call and assist with the utilities on-call rotation to respond to after-hour emergencies, such as water line breaks, sanitary sewer overflows, customer service calls, and blockages. During on-call rotation may be required to perform utility main line and water service line locates as needed.

Monitors and maintains water main line valves using valve exercising equipment and valve keys, to ensure main line valves are operable and are not in need of repairs.

Adjust and repairs damaged and overlaid valve boxes and manholes.

Performs fire hydrant flushing, maintenance, repairs, and scheduled fire flows as needed.

Perform air-vacuum valve maintenance.

Performs grease and sand oil interceptor inspections for local businesses.

Follows, prepares, and generates standard operating procedures.

Utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment.

Assesses and tracks equipment condition for asset management. Obtains quotes for equipment procurement, replacement, and budgetary planning.

Preforms shop, equipment, and yard maintenance.

May serve on-call status on a rotating basis for snow removal.

May work a varying schedule and/or shift.

May be required to work overtime.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/

Experience:

Utility Maintenance Specialist I:
High School diploma or GED.

Utility Maintenance Specialist II:
High school diploma or GED; one year of experience in utility maintenance and repair work. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Utility Maintenance Specialist III:
High school diploma or GED; three years of experience in utility maintenance and repair work, preferably in water and wastewater operations. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

Utility Maintenance Specialist I: A valid Colorado Class B Commercial Driver's License with a safe driving record and tanker and air brake endorsement, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Utility Maintenance Specialist II: A valid Colorado Class A Commercial Driver's License with a safe driving record.

Valid Class I Water Distribution Certification or a Class I Sewer Collection Certification required.

Utility Maintenance Specialist III: A valid Colorado Class A Commercial Driver's License with a safe driving record.

Valid Class II Water Distribution Certification or a Class II Sewer Collection Certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Utility Maintenance Specialist I:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department. Knowledge of laws and safety as it relates to vehicle operations, general construction tools and equipment. Skill in operating all assigned equipment, machinery, tools or equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Skill in the safe and lawful operation of a motor vehicle. Skill in making basic mathematical calculations.

Ability to follow instructions given verbally or in writing. Ability to build positive working relationships and rapport with other team members both within the work group, the division, other departments, local agencies, and other municipalities. Ability to consistently follow safety instructions. Ability to learn proper procedures, for handling of asbestos pipe, excavation, trench safety, traffic control safety, fall protection, confined space, and proper PPE.

Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences. Ability to read and interpret city streets signs and utility GIS/locator maps. Ability to complete…