Senior Utility Construction Technician - Water & Sewer

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

SUMMARY OF JOB
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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned or scheduled.

* 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
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.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* 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…