Utilities Specialist I/II/III

City of Bloomington, IN; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bloomington, IN is seeking a Utilities Specialist I/II/III to maintain water and sewer lines and support related duties. You will operate multiple pieces of heavy equipment, haul materials, dig ditches, and ensure work sites are prepared and safe.

Some duties of Water Lineman may be required. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain a CDL-B with air brakes within the probationary period; prior water/sewer experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain CDL-B with air brakes within probationary period.
• Experience with water, sewer, and/or storm water preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment (dump truck, street saw, jack hammer) for water/sewer maintenance.
• Haul materials and repair pipes; dig ditches and refill areas.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment; ensure site readiness.
• Perform Water Lineman duties as needed and work overtime when required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma/GED

CDL-B with air brakes (probationary)

Job description

Utilities Specialist I/II/III

This job description is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all job functions performed. The following are essential duties for this position, performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

Primary

• Operates various equipment, including dump truck, street saw, shovels, jack hammer, pipe saw, and related attachments in effecting the general maintenance and repair of water and sewer lines.
• Hauls, dumps, and shovels crushed stone, sand, dirt, and asphalt from trucks using appropriate equipment.
• Digs ditches, repairs and/or replaces pipes, refills ditches, patches roads, sidewalks, and/or soil, and cleans work site as needed.
• Regularly checks department vehicles and equipment to ensure proper fluid levels and mechanical functioning.
• Ensures appropriate equipment and machinery is available at the work site.
• Performs duties of Water Lineman as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

A high school diploma/GED or combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B with air brakes) within probationary period. Current CDL-B or CDL-A holders preferred.
• Knowledge of and skill in the operation of department vehicles and related equipment.
• One year of experience working with water, sewer, and/or storm water, preferred.
• Basic knowledge of the mechanics of light and heavy equipment and ability to perform minor maintenance and repairs.
• Knowledge of safety precautions for working in or around department vehicles and equipment, including ability to operate equipment in confined areas.
• Ability to work overtime as instructed.

Difficulty of Work

Incumbent performs duties which require frequent bending, lifting, pushing and/or pulling of equipment and tools. Incumbent is required to remain standing and working for long periods of time, and is exposed to jolting, bumping, and vibrations when operating equipment. Incumbent performs majority of duties out of doors, in varying weather conditions, and is periodically exposed to excessive noise, dirt, dust, and vehicle and equipment fumes. Safety precautions must be used at all times to avoid injury to self and others.