Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

Perform a variety of duties in the installation, maintenance and repair of City distribution and collection systems; operate light and heavy equipment including trucks and backhoes; dig and shore up trenches and holes; weld pipe; operate valves and meters; investigate leaks, pressure situations, and other issues; respond to public concerns and questions.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor.

PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1.  Install, inspect, clean and maintain sewer lines, meters, pressure valves, water taps, water distribution  systems, irrigation equipment, water flow lines, and other assigned distribution and collections systems or  equipment; identify problems and notify appropriate departments.

2.  Perform hydro-excavating, pressure tests, utility and manhole locates, and water quality sampling as assigned;  determine any environmental, atmospheric, or mechanical hazards to water supply; dig and shore up trenches  and holes.

3.  Install, test, and maintain commercial and residential water meters according to standards; read meters and tabulate water consumption data.

4.  Operate a variety of equipment including dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, tractors, power and hand tools, and other specialized maintenance and construction equipment; perform safety and maintenance inspections on assigned vehicle or equipment; perform routine vehicle and equipment repairs in the field.

5.  Respond to inquiries, concerns, and complaints from other staff and the general public; investigate leaks, pressure situations, and other problems; resolve issues in an efficient manner.

6.  Identify and prepare supplies and equipment needed for each assigned project; inform supervisor of equipment conditions and needed repairs; maintain inventory of parts, tools, materials and equipment; provide information necessary for ordering supplies, equipment and tools needed.

7.  Maintain daily records of inspections, readings, and work completed on assigned water operations, collection lines, utility lines, catch basins, and other structures; create and maintain maps and drawings of sanitary and storm water collection systems; track work orders and progress; archive records related to utility lines; generate basic reports related to usage and loss according to established guidelines.

8. Set up safe and effective traffic control, including street barricades and cones, prior to the performance of maintenance and construction activities to ensure public and worker safety through work zones; direct and control traffic around work sites.

9.  Perform work in emergency situations during or after regular work hours as required.

10.  Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

11. Respond to and investigate water emergencies reported by the general public, utility crews or dispatchers; correct cause of emergency on site or call for help, as needed.

12. Follow assigned routes to read water meters and record readings with hand held computer; ensure consistency of meter readings; ensure that meters are registering properly; report meter conditions, defects and suspicious observations to supervisor.

13. Perform work in on-call and emergency situations; serve on a 24-hour standby basis as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Operational and maintenance characteristics of specialized equipment.

Services and activities of assigned function.

Safe driving techniques; traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment and truck operation.

Methods, standards, techniques, materials, equipment, and tools used in the installation, maintenance, and reconstruction of systems, equipment, and facilities in area of assignment.

Principles of maintenance and repair as related to the operation of specialized equipment.

Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.

Proper trenching and shoring practices and procedures.

City geography and street locations.

Customer service procedures and principles.

Principles and practices of record keeping.

English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.

Applicable tools and equipment operations.

Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.

Ability to:

Perform maintenance, construction and repair work in the area of work assigned.

Use and operate hand and power tools, vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment, and other equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner.

Perform required maintenance or repair of specialized equipment operated.

Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and City employees.

Establish and maintain accurate records, logs, and files.

Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Operate and use modern office equipment including computer and various software applications.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

 Experience:

 One year (1) of general labor experience.

 Training:

 High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

License or Certificate

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Class A Commercial driver’s license.

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, Collections and Distributions I, II, III and IV certifications.

Some assignments in this classification may require specialty certifications related to the area of assignment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

The job is performed in the following working environment:

Field environment.

The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:

Physical Conditions:

The job is characterized by:

The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:

Position requires hearing, talking, sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements. The position requires both near and far vision for inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. Lifting, carrying and pushing tools, equipment and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more is also required. Materials and chemicals may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. Job may require work in confined spaces. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions. The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions, vibration and street traffic. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.