Public Works Utilities Operator

Alternative HR, LLC; Canton (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA Contribution

Paid Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The City of Canton is hiring a full-time Public Works Utilities Operator to manage water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, storm sewer maintenance, and general construction and repair. The role also responds to emergencies affecting City services, snow and ice removal, and related tasks.

Key duties include operating water/wastewater equipment, inspecting pump stations, installing lines and meters, and performing routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• CDL within 6 months or ability to obtain it.
• Safe driving record and compliance with safety standards.
• Experience with water/wastewater maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain City water and wastewater equipment and facilities.
• Perform regular inspections of pump stations and collect samples for testing.
• Install and locate water/sewer lines, hydrants, meters and shut-offs.
• Respond to customer inquiries, check for leaks and perform routine maintenance.
• Conduct snow/ice removal and site repairs as needed.
• Prepare required records and reports.

Skills

Hazard knowledge

Mechanical ability

Power equipment operation

Reading plans & maps

Independent & team work

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

The City of Canton seeks to hire a full-time Public Works Utilities Operator position performs a variety of duties involving general operations of water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, storm sewer maintenance, and overall system construction and repair. This individual also responds to emergency situations involving disruptions in City services, snow and ice removal, etc.

Here's what you'll do:

Water/Wastewater Systems

• Operate and maintain City water and wastewater equipment and facilities
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance to pump station equipment; collect samples for testing
• Install, maintain and locate water lines, sewer lines, manholes, hydrants and shut-offs
• Install and maintain water meters and meter reading systems in residential and commercial establishments; and on fire hydrants for contractor use
• Respond to customer inquiries; check for leaks; back-ups; perform routine maintenance
• Perform excavating of underground water and sewer lines as needed; perform street patch and repair
• Prepare required records and reports

General Maintenance

• Clear debris from storm drainage facilities and assist with repairs and other work related to storm drainage
• Assist with building maintenance repairs and projects
• Assist with maintenance, cleaning and repair of City vehicles, equipment, facilities, streets and parks
• Assist with general grounds maintenance to include lawn care, mowing, watering, tree trimming, spraying pesticides and herbicides, etc.
• Perform snow and ice removal procedures: plow, sand, load trucks, haul snow, shovel sidewalks
• Ensure tools and equipment are used safely; personal protective equipment is used properly; initiate requests for repair or replacement of tools and equipment when necessary
• Assist with building maintenance repairs and projects as needed
• Assist with rubble site as needed

Here's what you'll get:

• Starting wage is $21.19 with no certifications. $22.88 with CDL, $24.71-$26.69 with CDL and water certifictaions, PLUS great benefits!
• Health Insurance through Wellmark BC/BS - 100% paid for employee and 50% paid for dependents
• HSA Contribution
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Participation in the South Dakota Retirement System
  

Here's what you'll need:

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma required

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Should have general knowledge of occupational hazards connected with streets and street repair, heavy equipment, digging, trenching, etc.
• Should have general mechanical ability and knowledge of tools and methods used within the department
• Should have knowledge of correct operation of trucks, tractors, loaders, sweepers and other power equipment
• Should have good interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt to various situations and people
• Should be able to read directions, plans and maps; be able to calculate amounts and measurements
• Should be able to work independently, as well as in a team environment

Physical Capabilities

• Wide variety of physical activity required: may include extended periods of strenuous activity, including heavy manual labor, lifting up to 75 pounds, digging, carrying, climbing, stooping, reaching, pulling, crawling through narrow accesses, and withstanding exposure to variable weather conditions
• Must have the ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment, including trucks, snow equipment, loaders, backhoes and sweepers
• Must have the ability to work inside and outside activities in all types of weather; daytime and nighttime hours may be required

Additional Requirements

• Must have or be able to obtain Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months; safe driving record

The City of Canton is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.