Utility Worker III - Public Works, Bureau of Utilities​/Maintenance Division

Position Summary

This is a skilled position performing various laboring and equipment operations functions. Work includes performing skilled duties involving the use of a variety of hand and power tools and equipment. Work may include assisting in the instruction and direction of subordinate crew members as assigned by the crew leader. Work includes tasks needed in the construction, operation and maintenance of the public works water and sewer systems including mains, manholes, valves, fire hydrants and other appurtenances depending on the Division to which the employee is assigned.

Work is performed with general supervision from a crew leader or technical superior. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with instructions and established routines. The work includes limited contact with the public to answer routine inquiries or respond to complaints.

$23.20 - $25.60 per hour ($48,247 - $53,239 annually)

This is skilled manual work performing various laboring operations. Work includes performing skilled duties involving the use of a variety of hand and power tools and equipment. Work may include assisting in the instruction and direction of subordinate crew members as assigned by the crew leader. Work includes tasks needed in the construction, operation and maintenance of public works facilities in the unit to which the employee is assigned.

Work is performed with general supervision from a crew leader or technical superior. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with instructions and established routines. The work includes limited contacts with the public to answer routine inquiries or respond to complaints.

• Drive a dump truck with or without a trailer for hauling sand, stone, pipe, backhoe and other materials to/from construction projects.
• Load and unload a backhoe for delivery to and return from job sites for various construction projects.
• Operate a backhoe or other heavy construction equipment under supervision.
• Work with a construction crew on water and sewer installations and repairs.
• Operate a sewer jet truck in the routine maintenance and emergency relief of sanitary sewers and house connections.
• Operate a sewer vactor unit for cleaning wet wells, storm drains, and manholes.
• Inspect sanitary sewer manholes and pipelines for condition and flow characteristics.
• Inspect and maintain utility right of way for access and maintenance.
• Carry all hand tools necessary to open manholes.
• Update sewer records with results of findings and assist repair crews.
• Read residential and commercial water meters for billing and maintenance activities.
• Perform new meter installations.
• Perform meter repairs both inside buildings/homes and outside in pits.
• Perform high usage meter investigations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve various pressure and flow related inquiries and complaints.
• Mark locations of water/sewer house connections and mains in accordance with calls from the Maryland One Call Center (Miss Utility program).
• Operate M-scope or other radio locating device when needed to locate water/sewer lines.
• Act as construction crew leader in the absence of the Utility IV and perform assigned crew leader functions as needed.
• Read blueprints and contract maps.
• Perform inspections and safety checks of equipment and vehicles; perform routine and preventive maintenance on heavy equipment and other mechanical systems.
• Observe instruments while the vehicle is in operation; take routine corrective action if malfunction is noted; inspect vehicle for loose parts, damaged or worn tires and other items affecting safe equipment operation and report items to supervisor.
• Assist in various construction activities at sites performing manual labor, and using hand/power tools, motorized equipment and heavy mobile equipment.
• Maintain various logs and other operating records documenting assigned tasks and maintenance.
• Train subordinate crew members in equipment operations, trade practices, and care and use of tools and materials.
• This position is considered emergency essential; the incumbent may be required to report for a regular work shift during…