Line Repair Construction Trainee

Line Repair Construction Trainee

Location:

US-KS-Mission

Job :

Category:
Engineering and Construction

• Under general supervision, complete a variety of manual labor, semi-skilled, and skilled tasks in the repair and construction of the wastewater collection system.
• Operate equipment and complete tasks during the excavation of sanitary sewer lines, force mains, and manholes.
• Apply general construction and equipment knowledge to make independent decisions regarding methods, materials, and equipment needed in the completion of assigned line repair and construction tasks.
• Complete work site restoration tasks such as installation of erosion control and landscape materials and pavement repair.
• Set up traffic controls and complete traffic control tasks such as flagging.
• Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment including backhoe, skid‑steer, dump trucks, trench boxes, jacks, ladders, etc.
• Follow established safety protocols, wear required PPE, and follow guidelines for confined space entries, shoring, and excavation.
• Respond to emergency and after‑hours calls for service to assist with routine and non‑routine emergency requests.
• Complete routine preventative maintenance as well as more complex preventative maintenance tasks.
• Respond to customer service inquiries and escalated more complex questions or concerns to a crew leader or supervisor.

High school diploma or equivalent.

One year of experience in the operation of heavy equipment and one year of experience in general construction.

Class A CDL with air brake endorsement (obtained within 6 months of employment) and an acceptable driving record.

One year of experience in water or wastewater system construction or repair is preferred.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Excessive standing and/or walking, exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes and/or chemicals, heights, loud noises, 80 lbs lifting and carrying, raw sewage, on‑call/stand‑by work required, safety‑sensitive job, weather‑essential job, Department and county essential, possible assistance in declared emergency situations, uniform required, confined spaces, push/pull 75 lbs, climbing, bending, crouching, kneeling, balancing.

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.