Public Works Maintenance Worker

This union position is responsible for operation and maintenance of city utilities and streets. Position assists in routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment, coordinates and interacts with citizens, contractors, vendors and other public/private utilities.

* Street maintenance -, tree trimming/removal, sidewalk replacement, grading gravel roads/alleys, and sign maintenance. Locating all city owned utilities.

* Operate, repair and maintenance of water mains, wells, gate valves, curb stops, hydrants, water towers and hydrant flushing. Installation, inspection, repair and read water meters Record keeping, preparing reports, water sampling. Knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition.

* Sanitary sewer - operation, repair and maintenance of lift stations, sewer lines, and manholes. Monitor conditions and atmosphere in lift stations and manholes.

* Clean and repair storm lines, catch basins, waterways and flared ends. Curb replacement.

* Perform snow plowing salting, sanding and hauling. Mailbox repair/replacement. Must respond to emergency requests.

* Responsible for operation and maintenance of all equipment, including walk around of all equipment and tools.

* Rotating on-call pager dealing with water problems, sewer, storm water, natural disasters and power outages. Requires 15-20-minute response time.

* Performs welding and other duties of a similar nature or level.

Minimum Requirements:

* High school diploma or G.E.D.

* Three years general maintenance experience in water, sewer, and street maintenance preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the duties listed above

* Class C Driver's License

Desired Requirements:

* Up to one year of specialized or technical training in heavy equipment operation and water, sewer, and street maintenance and repair

* Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement

* Class B water license upon eligibility

* Class SC sewer license upon eligibility

Knowledge of:

* Water maintenance

* Sanitary/storm sewer maintenance

* Street maintenance

* Truck driving

Skills in:

* Basic mathematical aptitude

* Mechanical aptitude

* · Operating a wing truck, grader, front end loader, skidsteer, tractor backhoe, chipper, bucket truck, jetter, etc.

* Customer service including the ability to maintain composure under pressure.

* Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

* Demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationships and maintain a respectful work environment.

* Ability to handle stress and/or stressful situations.