Public Works, Water, Wastewater Crew Member

Job Title

This position works independently under the direction of the Public Works Supervisor. Must be a proven leader with the ability to effectively direct, train, and motivate personnel while always emphasizing safety, respect and optimization of resources. Other duties include but are not limited to:

Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• All services related to Water and Wastewater
• Installing, maintaining and reading meters
• Inspection and approval of infrastructure construction projects
• Street repair, mowing, facilities management and equipment
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with general public, co-workers and City Officials through excellent customer service and communication skills via phone, fax, email or in person, to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders and address complaints, etc
• Remain current with municipal laws, policies, codes, and regulations
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Participates in On Call Rotation (nights and weekends as scheduled)
• Additional duties as assigned

Physical:

• Ability to see and hear at normal levels with or without devices.
• Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity, strength and proficiency required to perform equipment maintenance.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to crouch and/or stoop and ability to rise, kneel and crawl.
• Ability to twist upper body while working in difficult spaces with arms and hands extended.
• Ability to manipulate, pick up and carry 100 pounds for a distance of at least 10 feet; to truck bed height.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions involving heat and cold
• Ability to climb up and down a ladder, onto roofs and into holes, while reaching above head, etc.

Social:

• Ability to positively interact with all social and economic backgrounds to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and physical, upon hire and as required by policy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Environmental:

Very active work is primarily performed outside; however, some sedentary activities may be scheduled.

Position Requirements:

Education, Training & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree preferred
• Double Class C Distribution license (Water/Wastewater) preferred
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Bilingual preferred but not required
• Preference will be given to those with GIS experience, CDL Driver License, backhoe experience, Infrastructure Plan Review and Construction experience