Pipe Installer

The City of Danbury is announcing an opening for the position of Pipe Installer I

This is skilled work in the installation and maintenance of the water distribution system and sewer collection system. Employees in this classification perform a variety of duties involving physical exertion and skilled use of construction tools and equipment. Occasional supervision of others performing related work. Work is normally performed under limited supervision in all weather conditions and hours.

• Assist with the installation and maintenance of the water distribution and sewer collection system.
• Dig trenches, lay pipe, make joints, open and close water valves and manholes, and repair fire hydrants.
• Operates automotive equipment, including but not limited to light trucks, backhoes, dump trucks, forklifts, sewer trucks, and crane trucks.
• Performs masonry work in constructing connections and inverts.
• Performs roadway repairs as required.
• Occasionally handles complaints and assigns work to others.
• Operates pipe locating equipment for tracing line breaks and performs related work as required.
• Responds to emergencies and communicates with the public as needed.
• Inspects workmanship of water and sewer projects before City acceptance.
• Operates sewer cleaning and videotaping equipment.

Considerable knowledge of the tools and methods used in road construction, pipe installation and related work. Ability to operate medium to heavy automotive equipment, machinery, and tools. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and understand construction drawings. Skill in the use of special hand tools and instruments. Ability to recognize potential safety hazards and utilize appropriate safety instruments and equipment to mitigate the hazard.

Must have sufficient physical strength and agility to perform heavy manual labor under hazardous and adverse conditions.

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years experience in public works types of activities, utility construction, industrial mechanic or related work. (5+ years of stated experience will be considered in lieu of High School diploma/GED)

Preferred Commercial Drivers License Class A with Tanker Endorsement. Must obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License with Tanker Endorsement within one (1) year of employment

Works under the general supervision received from the Chief of Water Distribution & Sewer Collection. Employees may perform their duties with others or alone.