Maintenance I - Water

Job Title

Provides public services to the residents of Hoffman Estates by performing unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the routine repair and maintenance of the Village water and sewer systems. Performs scheduled and emergency repairs and assists in the completion of modifications and additions to the system. Uses a wide variety of equipment and tools. Participates in snow removal operations. Participates in other assigned activities.

Responds to and interacts with residents, employees and/or others within and outside the organization in a courteous, professional and effective manner.

1 - Isolates areas in need of repair by closing valves, assisting with the repairs and flushing mains in the repair area. Hauls dirt from work sites; restores work site to original condition. Participates in the annual distribution valve exercising program; maintains valve boxes and vaults; maintains records of locations of valves.

- Daily 50%

2 - Performs maintenance and repair and/or replacement of system fire hydrants; flushes hydrants and performs annual inspections and lubrication; repairs leaking or damaged hydrants; adjusts hydrants to proper grade; rebuilds hydrants and internal operating mechanisms; restores surface area to original condition after digging.

- Daily 50%

3 - Maintains sewage collection system by performing mainline flushing and root-cutting; removes mainline blockages using specialized equipment; maintains manholes; assists excavation crews for replacing cracked or crushed pipe.

- Daily 50%

4 - Performs meter maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs, in-shop testing and rebuilding. Replaces meters and outside readers; reads commercial and vault meters; maintains B-box and meter vaults and records of B-box and vault locations; inspects new construction installations. Updates maps as necessary.

- Daily 50%

5 - Operates large and small trucks for system operations and for snow plowing/salting. Work may be performed outside of normally scheduled work hours.

- Daily 30%

6 - Participates in a program of preventative maintenance and repair of all hand and power tools, specialized equipment and vehicles used to perform assignments; checks proper fluid levels, lubrication, lights, air pressure, etc. to ensure safe operations.

- Daily 90%

7 - Operates and properly maintains all tools and equipment needed to perform the essential job functions and responsibilities listed above.

- Daily 100%

8 - Participates in the Department's ongoing and cross training programs.

- Daily 10%

9 - Performs tasks and follows instructions in a manner that ensures personal safety and the safety of others.

- Daily 100%

Other Related Duties

• Cleans vehicles and equipment.
• Enter records at a computer terminal.
• Performs janitorial activities at Village buildings and lift stations and well houses; includes sweeping shop areas, window washing, etc.
• Paints equipment and water and sewer system structures.
• Provides back-up to related positions.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

X
- None required

Supervisory responsibilities are required to be carried out in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.(List specific responsibilities below)

Education, Experience, and Computer Skills

The designated education and experience levels best describe the minimum requirement needed to fulfill the essential job functions. However, any combination of equivalent education or experience may be considered.

Education Level Degree or coursework should be in:

n/a

High school education with vocational training

X
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Two or more years of college coursework in related field

Associate's degree (A.A.) from two-year college or technical school

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university

Master's degree (M.A.)

Doctoral degree (PhD)

Experience Level

No prior experience or training required

X
- Six months to one year related experience

Two or more years of college coursework in related field

One to two years related experience

Two to four years related experience

Four to ten years related experience

Additional Experience

Experience in supervisory capacity…

Experience in management capacity…

Must meet the requirements as set by the Fire & Police Commission

Computer Skills

Entry and processing of data

Word Processing data

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Specialized applications:

• Class B CDL required upon three (3) months of employment and Class A CDL with tanker endorsement to be obtained within six (6) months of employment, if needed to meet department needs.

Communication Skills

English Language/Communication Skills

X
- Basic skills
- Ability to read, comprehend, listen to and follow basic verbal or written instructions and provide appropriate feedback. Ability to read, comprehend and/or create routine correspondence and memos using proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and sentence structure. Ability to effectively convey…