Water & Wastewater Utilities Technician,II,or III Job Homer area,Alaska USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Position: Water & Wastewater Utilities Technician I, II, or III

W/WW Utilities Tech I $21.85 - $23.38 DOE

W/WW Utilities Tech II $25.89 - $28.14 DOE

W/WW Utilities Tech III $29.77 - $33.29 DOE

W/WW UTILITIES TECHNICIAN I GENERAL FUNCTIONS

Primarily performs maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Assists with maintenance of other City facilities, public buildings and parks.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES

Performs maintenance of City facilities relating to water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

Assists with the maintenance and repairs of City buildings and physical plants as assigned.

Assists with monthly water meter readings and transmitting records to Finance Department for billing. Responsible for this function in the absence of Meter Technician. May also be required to assist the Finance Department in monthly billing process in the absence of Meter Technician.

Assists Meter Technician with the maintenance of all residential and commercial water meters in the City's water system.

Performs preventative maintenance inspections on a routine basis and performs maintenance record keeping.

Performs major maintenance projects and repairs.

May occasionally be required to assist roadway and excavation crews, and operate light equipment.

Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Entry-level position. One year experience in mechanical and structural repairs and working knowledge in light equipment operations. Maintenance background desired. Working knowledge of computers required and ability to maintain records. Ability to communicate effectively with the public required. Desirable to have experience in Backflow Prevention. High school diploma or GED required.

DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES

Direction is given daily of a specific nature. Responsible for operation of expensive equipment. Responsible for maintenance inspection of water distribution and wastewater collection system. Must be able to make valid judgment about condition of equipment. Individual judgment is particularly important in situations where dangerous conditions are involved. Moderate source of potential liability to the City. Minor budget authority at unit level.

SUPERVISORY

AUTHORITY

None.

EXTERNAL VISIBILITY/CONTACT

High contact with the public. Moderate contact with key service personnel. Infrequent contact with key city personnel, government officials and attendance at public meetings.

WORKING CONDITIONS

High frequency of exposure to adverse weather conditions such as extreme cold, snow and ice. High frequency of exposure.

This position is subject to the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy.

W/WW UTILITIES TECHNICIAN II GENERAL FUNCTIONS

Primarily performs maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Assists with maintenance of other City facilities, public buildings and parks.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES

Performs maintenance of City facilities relating to water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

Assists with the maintenance and repair of City buildings and physical plants as assigned.

Performs preventative maintenance inspections on a routine basis and performs maintenance record keeping.

Assists with monthly water meter readings and transmitting records to Finance Department. Assists Finance Department with monthly billing process as needed. Responsible for this function in the absence of Meter Technician.

Assists Meter Technician with maintenance of all residential and commercial water meters in the City's water system.

Performs major maintenance projects and repairs.

May occasionally be required to assist roadway and excavation crews, and operate light equipment.

Performs other related duties as directed by Supervisor.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Two years' experience in mechanical and structural repairs and working knowledge in light equipment operations. Maintenance background desired. Must obtain ADEC Provisional Certificate for Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection within 12 months of hire and Level I Certification within 12 months of receiving Provisional Certificate. Working knowledge of computers required and ability to maintain records. Ability to communicate effectively with the public required.

Desirable to have experience in Backflow Prevention. High school diploma or GED required.

DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES

Direction is given daily of a general nature by immediate supervisor. Responsible for developing unit procedures. Individual judgment is particularly important in situations where dangerous conditions are involved such as working in right-of-way where traffic and pedestrians are present and working in confined space situations. Responsible for operation and maintenance of expensive road, water and wastewater equipment. Moderate budget/ expenditure authority at unit level.

Activities are a major source of potential liability to the City.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY

Has supervisory authority over assigned personnel in the absence of Lead W/WW Utilities Tech, as…

Water & Wastewater Utilities Technician , II, or III