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

Lead, oversee and participate in all phases involved in the installation, maintenance, and reconstruction of distribution and collections systems; perform the more difficult and complex duties; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt, Safety Sensitive.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Utilities Maintenance Supervisor.

Exercises lead supervision over assigned pipeline maintenance staff.

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

1.  Perform leadworker functions of staff including assigning and reviewing daily work, providing input into performance evaluations, training other employees, and acting as a resource to other staff.

2.  Install, inspect, clean and maintain water distribution systems, irrigation equipment, wastewater sewer systems, water flow lines, and other assigned distribution and collections systems or equipment; identify and prevent cross connections and back flow hazards; identify problems and notify appropriate departments.

3.  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.

4.  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.

5.  Identify and prepare supplies and equipment needed for each assigned project; maintain inventory of parts, tools, materials and equipment; provide information necessary for ordering supplies, equipment and tools needed.

6.  Establish schedules and methods for providing assigned services; identify resources, material and equipment needs: review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.

7.  Inspect a variety of construction projects; review plans, ensure compliance with applicable specifications and regulations; identify required design changes; revise drawings.

8.  Maintain and review 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.

9.  Oversee and 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.

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

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

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

13.  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.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Leadworker concepts and practices, including training and scheduling of staff.

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 principles and problem resolution techniques.

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:

Lead, monitor, train and review staff and technical work.

Independently perform the most difficult 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.

Install, maintain and repair systems related to area of assignment.

Read and interpret basic maps, blueprints and specifications.

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.

Speak, read, comprehend, and write the English language fluently.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

 Experience:

 Three (3) years of increasingly responsible distribution and collections experience.

 Training:

 High School Diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by specialized training in maintenance, construction or a related field is desirable.

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

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid Colorado commercial driver’s license.

Possession of Collections and Distributions IV certifications.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, the City of Grand Junction Leadership Track certification within two (2) years of appointment.

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.