Water Services Worker WS

Water Services Worker 10 - (25-WS-)

Washington, DC, United States

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority.

The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

General

Job Title: Water Services Worker 10 Job Code: S0087

Supervises Directly: No

New or Revised: Revised Regular or At-Will: Regular

Date Last Revised: 7/24/2024 Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Compensation Approval Signature:
Union/ Non-Union: Union

Department Name and Division: Water Services, Distribution Salary

Schedule:

Regular Wage Service (RW)

Cost Center Code: 813006 Grade: RW10

Essential Position: Yes Reports To: Foreman, Water Services

EEO Code: Skilled Craft Workers Work Format In-Person

Who We Are &

What We Do:

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities.

To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

Role

Description:

The Water Services Worker 10 is responsible for making shutoffs of water mains and repairing water valves and hydrants.

• Repairs and replaces valves and fire hydrants. Inspects repaired mains or newly constructed mains for adequacy before changing/recharging. Inspects water valves and vaults prior to street repaving; makes necessary repairs or recommends replacement by others to assure that new roadways will not have to be opened or excavated. Makes post repaving inspections.
• Responds to muddy and discolored water complaints. Solves these complaints by flushing mains through blow-off valves and fire hydrants. Responds and investigates emergency complaints regarding valves and fire hydrants.
• Plans and executes shutoff including establishment of time of shut-off with all consumers to assure that work proceeds as scheduled.
• Makes routine and emergency shut-offs of water mains. Determines valves necessary to isolate mains and closes them as rapidly as possible without damaging the valves or main. Performs turn‑on and turn‑off in response to non‑payment.
• Provides check and notification for scheduled shuts.
• Performs preventive maintenance on valves and fire hydrants.
• Prepares and submits valve data card reports as well as daily reports of completed work assignments.
• Provides guidance and assistance to lower graded employees.
• Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations
• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities
: N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts with co-workers throughout the Department and with the general public.

Skills &

Qualifications:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience:

Four (4) years of progressive experience and expected to have a thorough knowledge of all sections and functions of the Department or

Four (4) years of demonstrated experience involving working in the installation and/or maintenance of water services and cross-connection devices.

High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Required Skills:

Knowledge of the city's main system. Expected…