Water Distribution - Utility Worker Trainee I/II CDL ID - 12697
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the immediate or general supervision of a Lead Supervisor or higher; to perform, either alone or within a team, required construction, maintenance and operational duties in the assigned Division/Branch of the water and sewer system.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
These positions do not exercise supervision.
IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Utility Worker Trainee
Inspect, maintain, repair, install and/or replace damaged water distribution and sewage collection lines, valves, fire hydrants, pumps, meters and meter assemblies.
Assist with cleanup and periodic maintenance of water utility property and easements.
Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various worksites.
Utility Worker I
Operate at least one of the following: backhoe, loader, dump truck, air compressor, vacuum truck/machine.
Utility Worker II
Ensure the work site is safe and productive at all times.
Operate all of the following: backhoe, loader, dump truck, air compressor, vacuum truck/machine.
Investigate customer complaints related to leaks, low pressure, outages and other issues related to water distribution.
Contact and coordinate with required personnel and agencies to make repairs.
Communicate effectively with other employees, customers and supervisors the nature and status of work being performed.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
May also assist with accomplishing some Wastewater Collection-related tasks.
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Safe driving and heavy equipment operating principles and practices.
All approved methods, materials, tools, equipment, and practices used to safely repair and maintain water and sewerage systems.
The different jobs and tasks in the assigned Division/Branch and how they generally impact the operations of the City's water and sewerage systems.
The use of general Geographical Information System (GIS) applications.
City of Abilene Policies and Procedures within six (6) months of employment.
Skill to:
Safely operate and care for all tools, vehicles, equipment and materials.
Safeguard and effectively use assigned information technology equipment in the field.
Ability to:
Pay attention-to-detail when performing general maintenance work.
Accomplish required tasks at the minimum acceptable rate for this position.
Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in written reports.
Read and understand street maps displayed on paper and electronic devices.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values - Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division's mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:
Utility Worker Trainee
Experience:
Six (6) months of experience as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or other related work is required.
Education/Training:
A high school diploma or GED is required.
License or Certificate:
A valid Texas driver's license or a military waiver is required.
A valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment is required.
Utility Worker I
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Experience:
Six (6) months of experience as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or other related work is required.
Education/Training:
A high school diploma or GED is required.
License or Certificate:
A valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
Possession of or the ability to obtain a TCEQ Class D Water License or Wastewater Collection I license within one (1) year of employment is required.
Utility Worker II
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience comparable to that of a Utility Worker I with the City of Abilene is required.
License or Certificate:
A Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
A TCEQ Class C Water Distribution License or Wastewater Collection II License is required.
A TCEQ Class B Water Distribution License or Wastewater Collection III License is preferred.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Bloodborne Pathogens training and HazCom training are required within sixty (60) days of employment.
Working outside or in a confined workspace with exposure to cold, heat, noise, chemicals, and hazardous materials.
Ability to travel to different sites.
Availability to work an 8-hour shift during normal business hours and be on standby (on call) to work outside normal business hours, as needed.
With or without accommodation, the "X" indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:
___ Sedentary - lifting of no more than 10 pounds
___ Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
___ Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
X Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
___ Very Heavy - team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task:
Codes for how often:
N = No
E = Extensive (100 - 70% of the time)
M = Moderate (60 - 30% of the time)
I = Infrequent (20 - 10% of the time)
A = Almost Never (<10% of the time)
Code / Task
E Standing
I_ Sitting
E Walking
E Lifting
M Carrying
E Pushing/Pulling
A Overhead Work
M Fine Dexterity
E Kneeling
E Crouching
A Crawling
M Bending
M Twisting
E Climbing
I_ Balancing
M Vision
M Hearing
I_ Talking
___ Other:
