JOB
This position assists in the repair and maintenance of the city’s potable and reclaimed water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems. An incumbent in this position may be designated as a "Utilities Worker Trainee", "Utilities Worker I," "Utilities Worker II", or "Utilities Worker III."

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Performs repairs to the city’s water distribution, reclaimed water, and sewer collection systems.Installs water and sewer taps; operates tapping machine.Installs mains, valves, hydrants, and other system components.Operates sewer jet to clean lines.Operates a variety of trucks and equipment.Operates a variety of hand and power tools.Pressure tests and disinfects water lines.Maintains mileage logs, daily work logs, meter change out logs, etc.Responds to after-hours calls when serving on-call.Performs related duties.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION Knowledge of underground water, reclaimed water, and wastewater system maintenance and repair principles.Knowledge of meter functions.Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.Knowledge of the streets and geography of the city.Skill in the operation of a variety of trucks and construction equipment.Skill in the operation of a variety of hand and power tools.Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.Skills in oral and written communication. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Underground Utilities Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results. GUIDELINES Guidelines include city ordinances and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application. COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather and field conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.The purpose of this position is to maintain and repair the city’s underground utility systems. Successful performance contributes to well-maintained and efficient water, reclaimed water, and wastewater systems. CONTACTSContacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, vendors, customers, and the general public.Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes the sense of smell.The work is performed in a warehouse and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust and dirt, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, and irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of personal protective equipment. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY None.**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.