Utility Maintenance Technician

Department: Public Works - Utility Maintenance
Immediate Supervisor: Utility Maintenance Supervisor

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB:
Responsible for the maintenance and repair of City Water lines, sewer lines, and related structures. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

• Performs a combination of manual and semi-skilled labor and equipment operation for the purpose of maintaining and repairing City water lines, sewer lines, and related structures. Assigned project work includes maintaining repairing and/or constructing sewer, water, and ditch lines; clearing sewer backups; maintaining storm drains and gutters, fixing water leaks, making new water and sewer taps, etc.
• Picks up and transports materials, tools and supplies. Cleans and washes equipment and tools. Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on tools, equipment and vehicles. Notifies supervisor of needed replacements and repairs.
• Flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, cones around project work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public.
• Performs work on street projects as assigned; such as assisting with maintaining, repairing and/or constructing City streets, sidewalks, driveways, and related structures, repairing and maintaining street signs and other markings or right of way structures; patching potholes; sweeping and clearing streets and right of way; and mowing grass.
• Regular attendance is required. Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Formal

Education:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalency. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Work requires the ability to obtain a CDL license with a Class A tanker endorsement within six months. Must obtain water distribution and collection license within first year of employment. Certification pay will be considered at the time that the license is obtained.

Experience:

Water and sewer experience preferred. CDL license with a Class C tanker endorsement is preferred.

Other Requirements:

The City reserves the right to allow an employee to obtain licenses/certifications during a reasonable timeframe agreed to in writing (unless otherwise prohibited or limited by law) as a condition of continued employment. Failure to obtain the licenses/certifications as agreed will result in termination.

Reading:

Work requires the ability to read manuals and instructions.

Math:

Work requires the ability to calculate and/or tabulate data, general math calculations.

Writing:

Work requires the ability to write logs, work orders and instructions.

Complexity:

Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work Judgment is required to apply the proper course of action.

Interpersonal:

Duties require the ability to provide information and directions.

Other Behaviors &

Competencies:

Initiative, creativity, problem solving, decision-making, motivation, punctuality/attendance, analytical/conceptual thinking, safety awareness, ability to communicate, organizational awareness, relationship building, accountability, adaptability, customer service orientation, teamwork and leadership.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, behaviors, and competencies required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change by the City Government as the needs and requirements of the job change and the latest changes may not be reflected on this version.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt, full-time

The City of Decatur does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.