UTILITIES OPERATOR WORKER 1

City of Benson (AZ); Benson (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Open Date: December 3, 2024

Closing: Open Until Filled

Pay Range: $39,705-49,631 (Depending on Qualifications)

Benefits

Summary: Under close supervision, assists in the maintenance, repair and construction of water, wastewater and gas facilities and equipment.

Essential Job Functions: The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Works as a part of a utilities crew that performs maintenance, repair and construction services; assignments vary on a daily basis depending scheduled maintenance and emergency service calls; works on all utility’s services, including water, wastewater and gas.

• Observes and follows all safety rules and regulations.

• Responds to service calls; checks for gas leaks and carbon monoxide; checks installed piping at residences to ensure that it is up to code.

• Installs new service connections; digs trenches and prepares grounds; sets pipe and makes connections; checks fittings to ensure that there are no leaks; fills trench and replaces landscaping.

• Performs preventive maintenance on pumps and motors, including greasing, oiling and tightening belts; pulls pumps and motors; checks for correct rotation; checks amperage on pumps; changes out starter blocks.

• Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of the water, wastewater and gas system.

• Completes in-house Operator Qualifications (OQ) training program.

• Applies Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manual procedures for the safe operation of the gas distribution system.

• Knowledge of Automated Meter Readings (AMR) system.

• Learns through on-the-job training regarding the repair and installation of gas lines.

• Takes readings on wastewater equipment; checks the influent station, clarifiers, pumps, hydro tank and electric meter; performs laboratory work including stability test, chlorine test, turbidity test, nitrate test and fecal membrane test; documents test readings.

• Cleans equipment at the wastewater plant, including influent station, oxidation ditches, sand filters, clarifiers and sludge holding tanks; cleans buildings and grounds; picks up and disposes of trash.

• Performs manual labor in installing new gas mains; documents work performed, and changes made; checks substations to ensure that the system has sufficient pressure.

• Repairs water leaks in piping, valves and connections.

• Position is assigned standby duty on the regular rotation; may be called out to respond to emergency situations.

• Performs blue stake locates as assigned.

• Supervise the activities of Department of Corrections Inmate labor.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of the procedures, tools equipment used, operations and maintenance of water, wastewater and gas services including metering.

• Knowledge of City departmental policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of the hazards associated with utilities maintenance and of safety procedures and regulations.

• Knowledge of procedures for sampling and conducting basic laboratory tests.

• Skill in servicing and maintaining pumps, motors, lines and related utilities equipment.

• Skill in the safe operation and use of heavy equipment.

• Skill in the safe use of hand and power tools.

• Skill in following oral and written instructions and communicating effectively.

• Skill in basic math.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other City staff and the public.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED, and two (2) years general labor or construction experience.

• Must be certified as Grade I in Water Distribution, Water Treatment, Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations within eighteen months.

• May be required to obtain certification in fusion welding within 12 months of appointment and must maintain qualifications.

• State of Arizona driver’s license.

• Upon completion of the required certifications, the employee will be promoted to Utilities Operator II. This is a promotion “in place” and does not require a vacancy at Level II. Failure to acquire these certifications will result in termination of employment in the Public Works Department.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in an outdoor environment and indoor environment with prolonged exposure to noise and chemicals. Work may be performed in confined spaces and inclement weather.

• Work is performed both inside and outside, which may include activities in inclement weather such as extreme heat.

• Work requires heavy manual labor, including bending, stooping, reaching, digging, and lifting objects weighing more than 75 pounds.

• Frequently requires using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, to reach with hands and arms and requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• Hand to eye coordination is required to operate various equipment.

Equipment and Tools Utilized:

• Equipment utilized includes calculator, laptop, two-way radio, handheld, backhoe, mower, brush hog, skid steer, boom truck, laboratory equipment, amp meter and standard maintenance hand and power tools.

EOE