Water Distribution Lead Worker ID - 12396
About the position
The Water Distribution Lead Worker position is a critical role within the Public Works Department of the City of Victorville, aimed at leading water service crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water services, mains, meters, and valves. This position operates under general supervision and is responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure the efficient functioning of the water distribution system. The Lead Worker will establish daily work schedules, oversee the operation of heavy power-driven construction and maintenance equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. In addition to leading crews, the Water Distribution Lead Worker will be involved in obtaining necessary excavation and encroachment permits, participating in the preparation of the annual budget, and preparing material lists for various jobs or projects. The role also includes interacting with contractors, subcontractors, developers, and utility companies on job sites, ensuring that all work is performed to the highest standards. The Lead Worker will also be responsible for maintaining records of work performed, analyzing work metrics, and assisting with the annual performance evaluations of subordinate employees. The position requires a hands-on approach, as the Lead Worker will perform a variety of tasks including welding, pipe fitting, valve repair, and cement work. They will also be responsible for locating and repairing leaks, investigating service interruptions, and advising customers about water service issues. The role may require participation in emergency call duty on a rotation basis, emphasizing the need for flexibility and readiness to respond to urgent situations.
Responsibilities
- Lead water service crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water services, mains, meters, and valves.
- Establish daily work schedules and department operating procedures.
- Obtain excavation and encroachment permits.
- Participate in the preparation of the annual budget; prepare material lists for jobs or projects.
- Assist with subordinate employee annual performance evaluations.
- Interact with contractors, subcontractors, developers, and utility companies on job sites.
- Operate a variety of heavy power-driven construction and maintenance equipment.
- Excavate and backfill excavations.
- Install pipe, drill, and tap water mains.
- Clean mains and flush the water system.
- Perform a variety of related welding, carpentry, pipe fitting, valve repair, and cement work.
- Cut and place concrete and asphalt.
- Locate and repair leaks and breaks, investigate leaks, report service interruptions, and advise customers about leaks.
- Maintain records of mileage and work performed, analyze work metrics for submission to supervisor.
- Inspect and test meters for various flow rates.
- Disassemble meters, clean, repair, reassemble, and replace all defective parts.
- Clean the outside and inner parts of the meters.
- Interface with the customer service department in a cooperative manner.
- Locate and read water meters.
- Order and stock parts and materials used to install and repair water meters and water meter tests.
- Resolve customer complaints.
- Instruct trainees in the proper performance of duties.
- Turn water service on and off.
- Perform a variety of customer service-related duties in the field.
- May participate in emergency call duty on a rotation basis.
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Requirements
- High school diploma OR GED equivalent.
- Minimum of two years of experience in the installation and repair of water services and meters OR the operation of backhoe and/or skip loader.
- Possession of a valid California Class 'C' driver's license upon hire and maintain throughout employment.
- May be required to obtain a Class 'A' license.
- Field positions require possession of a California Water Distribution Operators Grade III Certification (Grade IV Desired).
- California Water Treatment Operator Grade I (Grade II desired).
- Meter positions require possession of a California Department of Health Services Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 Certification and a Water Treatment Operator Grade 1 Certificate (Grade 2 desired).
