Utility Construction Technician Iii Cm

JOB POSITION: UTILITY CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN III

(Construction Maintenance, Asphalt)

Division:
Customer Operations (Field Operations)

Reports to:

Utility Construction Supervisor

Status:
Non-Exempt

Grade: 105

Job Code: 762

Date: 07-01-07

Revised Date: 04-01-22

Last Reviewed Date: 04-01-22

Performs unskilled/skilled work in the repairs/maintenance/construction/ installation of water/sewer lines/facilities/equipment and maintaining water/sanitary sewer service to customers. Performs duties of UCT I, II as needed. Operates dump truck/rubber tired backhoe/mini excavator/skid steer and loader. Performs general laboring tasks. Installs/repairs water/sewer pipe and fittings without supervision. Services/makes minor repairs/adjustments on equipment. Trains/instructs other crew members in operation of equipment/proper work techniques. Inspects equipment for proper safety and ensures that crew is provided with all necessary equipment for the day's assignment (pitchforks/shovels/wrenches/water cooler/first aid kit/safety flares/ etc.).

Maintains accurate log sheets/checklists/other required records. Must work varied work shifts including standby/emergency hours as assigned. May be required to work overtime/extended hours. Graduation from high school/GED equivalent. Previous experience preferred. Requires Class A commercial driver's license with air brake/tanker endorsement. Must pass a hands-on equipment test for rubber tired backhoe, loader, mini excavator and skid steer performed by division.

• Operates dump truck, rubber tired backhoe, mini excavator, skid steer and loader in water and sanitary sewer lines repair and construction and combination sewer cleaner in sewer maintenance operations.
• When not operating equipment, performs general laboring tasks.
• Makes repairs and installs water and sanitary sewer lines.
• Performs tasks such as water and sewer line troubleshooting and pipe installation.
• Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Installs and repairs water and sewer pipe and fittings without supervision.
• Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment.
• Trains and instructs other crew members in operation of equipment and proper work techniques.
• Inspects equipment for proper safety and ensures that equipment is provided with all necessary equipment for the day's assignment (i.e. pitchforks, shovels, wrenches, water cooler, first aid kit, safety flares, etc.).
• Maintains accurate log sheets, checklists, and other required records.
• Must work varied work shifts including standby and emergency hours as assigned.

May oversee the work of assigned employees. May assist responsible supervisor in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. May be responsible for crew operation in supervisor's or crew leader's absence.

• Ability to oversee assigned work of other personnel in assigned area.
• Ability to review and recommend improvements in processes and procedures for assigned area.
• Ability to think logically and comprehend data.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from employees and customers orally or in writing as necessary.
• Ability to represent assigned area in meetings attended.
• Ability to identify problems and/or conflict and seek management assistance in dealing with problems and/or conflicts.
• Ability to analyze and solve technical and administrative problems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps, procedure manuals, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form.
• Ability to write reports, correspondences and procedure manuals in a clear concise manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful working relationships with co-workers, other Water Authority departments and the general public.
• Ability to work alone or in a team environment.
• Must possess and maintain a good work ethic with a strong emphasis on good attendance, reporting to work on time, completing job assignments in a timely manner, maintaining a good work attitude, performing all job duties as assigned and/or scheduled.
• Ability to work varied work shifts including standby and emergency hours as assigned.
• Ability to perform as primary backhoe operator on a crew.
• Ability to operate sewer wet trucks for standby and emergency calls.
• Must successfully complete requirements for UCT Tech III as stated in the Field Operations Supplemental Guidelines.

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, plus 0-1 year experience or equivalent combination of education and…