Senior Water Utility Technician-Repair & Excavation

City of Naperville, IL; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Naperville is seeking a Senior Water Utility Technician to operate heavy machinery for the repair and maintenance of its water distribution and wastewater systems. Candidates must have at least five years of experience in construction or heavy equipment operation, and a driver’s license suitable for the role. This position is part of the IBEW 196 union, offering competitive wages and benefits, and requires adherence to safety protocols in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Five years of responsible construction or heavy equipment operation experience required.
• Valid State of Illinois Class D driver’s license; Class A CDL required within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavation and loading equipment for water and wastewater systems.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Lead and train crew members on equipment use.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Procedures

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Excavation Equipment

Job description

The City of Naperville’s Water Utility is currently seeking a Senior Water Utility Technician for the Repair & Excavation division to operate excavating and loading equipment and heavy machinery on a daily basis. In this position, candidates will perform manual tasks (i.e., digging, loading & unloading materials, and preparing job sites) as they relate to the rehabilitation, repair, and replacement of the City’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

This position is represented by the IBEW 196 union. Wage rates and other benefits are subject to the language in theCollectiveBargaining Agreement.

• Operates light and heavy excavation, rehabilitation, repair, and replacement equipment such as end loaders, backhoes, dozers, heavy trucks, and trenchless equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations in the most difficult and complex situations of the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems.
• Performs substantial repairs, rehabilitations, replacements (two feet or deeper) to watermains/sanitary sewer mains (up to 20’ in length), hydrants, valves, vaults, valve boxes, service lines, and manholes. Restores property to original condition.
• Determines means for the work to be performed and uses appropriate methods to return lines to service.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions related to all work performed. Provides assistance to others by watching banks for cave-ins and provides assistance when emergency exits are needed.
• Ensures that equipment is properly used and is fully maintained in an operable condition.
• Drives a large truck. Loads and hauls rock and gravel and spreads materials.
• Operates pavement saws and jackhammers.
• Performs difficult manual labor including lifting heavy weights, stooping, bending, twisting, and climbing. Enters and exits from vehicles several times daily.
• Leads the work of a single crew as assigned. Trains employees in the use and care of maintenance equipment and machinery as assigned. May provide lead person supervision to lower-level staff on assigned projects.
• Monitors work zones for unsafe conditions and takes corrective action when warranted. Reports such conditions to supervisor as appropriate. Adheres, at all times, to proper confined space procedures and other safety-related policies and practices. Practices safety procedures in the performance of all job duties, especially in the areas of traffic control and trench safety.
  • For work in the Repair and Excavation Section, the employee needs to be classified as a competent person as defined by OSHA standards within six months of their hire (or transfer) to the section.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Required:

• At a minimum, five years of responsible construction, maintenance, or heavy equipment operation experience.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid State of Illinois Class D driver’s license. Must obtain a valid State of Illinois Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements within three months of hire.

Preferred:

• IEPA Water or Wastewater certification/licensure.

The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.

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Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.

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The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at [phone].