Utility Worker III - Public Works - Bureau of Utilities - Utility Service

Utility Worker III - Public Works - Bureau of Utilities - Utility Service

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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 water meter reading, water meter repair, new meter installations, in-house meter appointments, delinquent account turn-on/offs, 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.

Starting Salary Hiring Range: $23.20 - $25.60 per hour. Annual Salary Range: $48,247 - $53,239.

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. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
• Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.
• Meter Maintenance
  • Read residential and commercial water meters for billing and maintenance functions using electronic devices or manually.
  • Assist with reading and repairs of large commercial meters. Utilize a handheld computer to locate property and record water meter readings.
• Perform residential water meter repairs in outside meter pits and inside private homes. Perform meter pit grade adjustments.
• Perform new meter installations residential and commercial.
• Perform high and low usage meter investigations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve various pressure and flow related inquiries and complaints.
• Turn water service off/on for delinquent accounts.
• Drive a dump truck with or without a trailer for hauling sand, stone, pipe, backhoe and other materials to/from construction projects. All bulk materials will be removed or brought in by truck.
• Load and unload a backhoe for delivery to and return from job site 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.
• Operate M-scope or other radio locating device when needed to accomplish the location of water/sewer lines.
• Mark locations of water/sewer house connections and mains in accordance with calls from the Maryland "One Call" Center. This program, also known as "Miss Utility", is required under Maryland State Law.
• Act as construction crew leader in the absence of the Utility IV.
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