Utilities Maintenance Person

City of Brockton; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Brockton is seeking a skilled Water/Sewer Worker to perform semi-skilled manual work in construction, operation and maintenance of water and sewer systems. Responsibilities include installing and repairing pipes, meters, gates, and performing backfill and trench work.

The position requires a valid Massachusetts CDL Class B with air brakes; they operate various trucks and equipment, follow safety procedures, and support the Water Division and Sewer Division as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License Class B with air brakes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair water and sewer systems, including mains, drains, and service lines.
• Operate and assist with heavy equipment and vehicles, such as dump trucks and jet/rodder trucks.
• Shut off and open water valves, install meters, and backfill excavation.
• Work in trenches and confined spaces; perform related maintenance.

Skills

CDL Class B with air brakes

Job description

SALARY: $53,307.80 - $67,519.40 / annually Commensurate with experience. Step Salary System to be awarded annually on the anniversary date of hire and would typically start at Step 1. Please note the salary range indicated is firm. Bargaining Unit: Water and Sewer REPORTS TO: Works under the direct supervision of the General Foreman or Construction Foreman, following department rules, regulations, safety procedures and policies to complete assignments. Priorities are

Established By The Supervisor. Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Water Division Performs semi-skilled manual work in construction, operation and maintenance of either water and/or sewer systems including, but not limited to, work on reservoirs, water gates, sewers, side sewers, drains, mains, and connectors; cuts, lays and caulks water, sewer or drainpipes, using machine or hand tools to force sealing compound into joints to make them watertight; performs masonry duties in the construction of manholes and other system brickwork structures, works on various types of water pipes (PVC, CI, copper, etc.) and main lines including valves and house service lines; pumps water from trenches; digs, braces, and backfills excavation for the purpose of locating pipe leaks or preparing areas for laying pipes; shuts off and open gates and sidewalk stops; repair or replace worn or broken parts such as pipes in water and sewer systems; installs and/or removes household water meters. Drives dump truck, boom truck with pipe, pickup truck while towing air compressor; picks up cold patch or asphalt for plant; hauls gravel from screening plant to public work yards and to job sites. Maintains pump stations, water tanks, buildings and gate houses; keeps grounds clean and performs related maintenance work. Jackhammers roads and floors; assists craftsmen. Lifts and carries iron pipes, pumps, generators, gate boxes, cinder blocks, tools, and other heavy objects. Cleans and unblocks sewer clogs; responds to back-ups in homes and businesses; cleans up after back- ups, vacuums cellars and disposes of sewerage; uses specialized equipment in freeing lines, such as jet truck and rodder truck; may work with private contractors to help them avoid hitting water or sewer mains and boxes during construction and excavation; works in trenches and confined spaces to conduct repair and reconstruction work; uses shovel and other tools and equipment during construction and repair work; lifts tools, heavy supplies, manhole covers, grates and other heavy objects; performs other related duties as assigned by the Commissioner, Director of Operations, General Foreman or designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Sewer Division Performs

semi-skilled manual work relating to installation, maintenance and repair of the water supply system, water mains and services; performs semi-skilled manual work in construction, operation and maintenance of either water and/or sewer systems including, but not limited to, work on reservoirs, water gates, sewers, side sewers, drains, mains, and connectors; cuts, lays and caulks water, sewer or drainpipes, using machine or hand tools to force sealing compound into joints to make them watertight; performs masonry duties in the construction of manholes and other system brickwork structures, works on various types of water pipes (PVC, CI, copper, etc.) and main lines including valves and house service lines; pumps water from trenches; digs, braces, and backfills excavation for the purpose of locating pipe leaks or preparing areas for laying pipes; shuts off and opens gates and sidewalk stops; repair or replace worn or broken parts such as pipes in water and sewer systems; installs and/or removes household water meters; marks locations of water mains and services.

Qualifications

Valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License Class B with air brakes.