Apprentice-Field Services

Columbus Water Works through Westaff Staffing Agency; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Water Works through Westaff Staffing Agency is seeking a hands-on Field Services Worker to perform heavy manual labor and operate equipment essential to water distribution and wastewater maintenance. The role includes loading trucks, performing maintenance, and assisting the Team Leader when needed.

You will work outdoors in all weather, lift up to 50 pounds, and participate in on-call rotations. A valid driver's license and CPR/First Aid certificates within one year are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 6 months heavy labor experience.
• Must lift 50 pounds frequently and work outdoors in all weather.
• Valid drivere22s license; CPR and First Aid certifications within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for daily assignments by loading vehicle with materials, supplies and equipment.
• Clean, wash and fuel vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Unload, set up job sites and operate equipment (rodding, tapping, boring machines) with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with Team Captains to complete required jobs.
• Perform heavy manual labor under direction of supervisor; set up safety equipment.
• Set up traffic control equipment under supervisor22s guidance; work on water distribution and wastewater system tasks.
• Occasionally perform other duties as needed by supervisor.

Skills

Manual labor

Reading instructions

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Summary: Performs heavy manual labor and operates any required mechanical equipment used by the Field Services Teams. Understand the total operation of the Team sufficiently to perform duties in the absence of the Assistant Team Leader. Performs the upkeep and preventive maintenance of all mechanical equipment used by the team. Prepares for daily assignments by loading assigned truck with all necessary materials, supplies and equipment as per supervisor's instructions. Cleans and washes vehicles and equipment as needed. Attend all seminars and training given by Columbus Water Works. Employee will be required to perform on-call duties on a rotating schedule.

• Prepares for daily assignments by loading assigned truck with all necessary materials, supplies and equipment as per supervisor's instructions.
• Cleans, washes and fuels vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Unloads, sets up job sites and operates with little or no direct supervision specific equipment used in team operations such as rodding machines, tapping machines, Boring Machines and all other essential tools and equipment.
• Coordinates with Team Captains to complete jobs required.
• Exhibits ability to perform heavy manual labor under directions of supervisor.
• Sets up traffic control equipment under direct supervision of supervisor.
• Performs manual labor associated with the construction and maintenance of a Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection System under direct supervision of supervisor.
• Set up safety equipment.
• From time to time this employee may be called upon to perform other duties as deemed necessary by his supervisor.

"Salary range may be negotiable in accordance with our policy based on an individual's qualifications, education, experience and special licenses/certifications."

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED is the minimum requirement. A minimum of 6 months of heavy manual labor experience required. Must frequently lift and move objects of 50 pounds required. Possession of a valid Drivers License and a good driving record are required. Must obtain CPR and First Aid Standard certificates within one year of employment. Must frequently work outside in all weather conditions required. Must perform on-call duties on a rotating schedule required. Must be able to obtain Ft. Benning Pass Access.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, and safety rules. Ability to understand and perform verbal instructions provided by supervisor.

Mathematical Skills

Must add, subtract, multiply, and measure.

Reasoning Ability

Must apply basic reasoning to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or equipment; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb and balance. The employee frequently lifts and moves objects of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristic described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to the risk of hazardous gases. The employee is frequently exposed to moderate noise and vibration. The employee frequently works outside in all weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes, gases, and airborne particles. The employee regularly works with and around chemicals, confined spaces, associated tanks, and piping commonly found in wastewater industry.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT# 26-81

GRADE: 07