Maintenance Worker – Line

MAINTENANCE WORKER – LINE

Position Title:

Maintenance Worker – Line

Department:
Utility

Reports To:

LM Superintendent

Salary Range : 2

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime pay)

Last Update:
November 28, 2023

The Maintenance Worker (Line) performs semi-skilled work in a wide variety of water and sewer maintenance and construction tasks.

Requires job‑acquired skills and the use of motorized equipment. Performs maintenance and construction of water and sewer lines. Work is subject to supervision and review by a supervisor. Employee does not have supervisory responsibility for subordinate personnel.

• Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times.
• Performs testing of new construction water lines.
• Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times.
• Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers.
• Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull‑down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required.
• Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap‑penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections.
• Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position.
• Operates concrete cutting and breaking equipment; operates a jackhammer; pours and finishes concrete; constructs concrete forms and performs other rough carpentry work.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed in Lucity.
• Assists Street and Sidewalk division with snow removal from streets and sidewalks and other with plow or with shovels as needed.
• Performs other skilled related duties as deemed necessary or as required.

High school diploma or GED. Minimum of one (1) year experience in semi‑skilled maintenance or construction, and/or operation of equipment, similar to that of the assignment or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, ability and skill. Requires the possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a good driving record.

Knowledge of maintenance and construction methods or procedures for water distribution and sewer collection systems, etc. Good knowledge of the operations, maintenance, adaptability and limitations of the equipment used. Ability to make minor repairs of equipment used in the field. Ability to follow oral or written instructions. Ability to perform physical labor in varied climatic and work situations. Ability to work overtime when required.

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with superiors, other employees and the general public contacted in the course of the work.

Pick‑up trucks, self‑propelled tractor mowers, back hoe, high‑loader, dump trucks, skid loader, track loader, sewer cleaning and flushing equipment, and other related equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to…