Caulker (DPW Water) (Water Utility Worker)

City of Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Water Service Worker to join their team. This role involves manual labor focused on plumbing installations and maintenance of the city’s water system. Responsibilities include installing and checking valves, operating distribution system valves, and performing repairs to ensure efficient water service. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of water distribution systems, have a valid Class B NYS Commercial Driver's License, and be able to perform heavy labor under various weather conditions. If you are looking for a rewarding position that directly impacts your community, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in installation or maintenance of water mains/service lines required.
• Must possess a Class B NYS Commercial Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains valves, hydrants, and water mains.
• Operates distribution system valves and performs repairs.
• Assists in excavation and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Skills

Heavy labor

Understanding instructions

Maintenance knowledge

Ability to work in adverse conditions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jackhammer

Soil tamper

Water distribution tools

Job description

This position is skilled repetitive manual labor work involving responsibility for efficiently making plumbing installations and performing maintenance work on the city water system. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of the Caulker Supervisor and directions are received as to work to be performed. No supervision is exercised over employees.

Responsibilities:

1. Installs, checks, relocates and reconditions valves, valve boxes, hydrants, water mains and special fittings;
2. Checks service lines;
3. Installs taps on water mains;
4. Operates distribution system valves to segregate areas affected by water main breaks and makes repairs to restore water service;
5. Makes excavations and backfills;
6. Assists in the operation of jackhammer and soil tamper machines;
7. Pours lead and caulks joints to make repairs to existing cast iron water mains;
8. Installs mechanical pipe fittings for repair or new pipe installations;
9. Shuts off and turns on water pumps;
10. Maintains tools, supplies and equipment relative to water distribution repairs;
11. Drives repair truck to and from job sites;
12. May perform preventive maintenance to vehicles;
13. Periodically cleans assigned repair crew truck and appurtenances;
14. Performs related work as required.

Promotional Requirements:

Applicants must have continuous and permanent status as a Water Service Worker for one year and an additional year of full-time experience in the installation or maintenance work involving water mains and/or service lines.

Open Competitive Requirements:

Applicants must have one year of full-time experience in the installation or maintenance work involving water mains and/or service lines.

Special Requirement for both Promotional and Open Competitive:

Applicants must possess and present a current Class B New York State Commercial Driver's License within six months of date of appointment and maintained during length of employment.

Qualifications:

1. Good knowledge of the tools, equipment and terminology relating to the maintenance of a water distribution system;
2. Ability to pour lead and caulk joints as required;
3. Ability to perform heavy labor for extended periods of time;
4. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions;
5. Ability to work under adverse weather conditions;
6. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.