Utilities Specialist I/II/III

City of Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bloomington is seeking an active, safety‑minded Utilities Specialist I/II/III to support water and sewer maintenance. The role involves operating various heavy equipment, performing digging and pipe work, and ensuring vehicles and gear are ready for on‑site work.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to legally drive. A CDL‑B with air brakes is preferred and overtime work may be required. Experienced in water/sewer systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Legally operate a motor vehicle.
• CDL-B with air brakes within probation; current CDL-B or CDL-A preferred.
• Knowledge of department vehicles and related equipment.
• Experience with water/sewer/storm water preferred.
• Basic knowledge of light/heavy equipment mechanics.
• Safety precautions for equipment operation, including confined spaces.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment (dump truck, street saw, shovels, jack hammer, pipe saw) for water and sewer maintenance.
• Hauls materials (crushed stone, sand, dirt, asphalt) using appropriate equipment.
• Digs ditches, repairs/replaces pipes, patches roads/sidewalks, cleans sites.
• Regularly checks vehicles/equipment for fluids and sound operation.
• Ensures equipment and machinery are available at the work site.
• Performs Water Lineman duties as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

CDL-B within probation

Equipment operation

Overtime ability

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Outdoor work in weather

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.