Operator, Field; Water Construction

DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, performs skilled and manual labor work activities in the construction and maintenance of the water and water distribution and wastewater collections systems; operates equipment assigned to division; assists other divisions/departments as requested; performs related work as required.

• Assists in the construction, installation, maintenance, cleanliness, and repair of the water and wastewater collection systems, including lines, valves, meters, etc.
• Makes water and wastewater taps.
• Lays lines, locates lines, locates, and repairs leaks, lubricates, and/or replaces valves, etc.
• Performs landscaping duties, repairing previous work sites.
• Assists with updating line and valve locations.
• Assists in the maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the physical plant.
• Assists in all types of maintenance duties, including pouring and finishing concrete, plumbing, etc.
• Operates motorized equipment safely and efficiently.
• Detects malfunctions in vehicles and equipment and reports all problems to supervisor; assists with maintenance (including preventive maintenance) on vehicles and equipment.
• Cleans and properly stores equipment and tools after use.
• Assists with meter inspections.
• Assists other divisions/departments as requested.
• Completes required continuing education classes.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent required.
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license.
• Prior related experience preferred.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with officers, employees, the general public.
• Perform heavy labor for extended periods of time, often during adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours.

• Work involves sitting at a desk or table
• Work is performed outdoors regardless of weather conditions, requiring intermittent standing, walking, stooping
• Must lift objects over 50 lbs.
• Exposed to machinery and its moving parts
• Required to be in high places, confined spaces, and using stairs and ladders
• Exposed to fumes, chemicals, and toxic substances as a requirement of the job.

• Must possess, or obtain, within the first 18 months of employment, and maintain a level I or class I certification in Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection. Then must work toward completing all operator qualifications (Class III Water Distribution certification and Class III Wastewater Collections certification)

Salary Information: $19.41 – $25.43/hour, nonexempt
Final date to receive applications: 10/12/2026

City of Murray
Human Resources
500 Main Street
Murray, KY 42071

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