Utility Worker

Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority in Arkansas is seeking a Utility Worker to support the Collection System Maintenance division. The role involves manual tasks, tool handling, and backfill duties while adhering to safety guidelines and PPE requirements.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, and bring 6 months of related maintenance or sewer construction experience. A valid Arkansas driver’s license and CDL Class A with tanker endorsement are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; reading, writing and arithmetic skills essential.
• Must be 18 years of age and have basic maintenance and utility construction exposure.
• Minimum six months in general maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground work.
• Step 2 Utility Worker or higher is required before advancement.
• Must hold a valid Arkansas driver’s license and a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of manual tasks supporting the Collection System Maintenance division.
• Load and unload materials; use hand tools, shovels, and other equipment as required.
• Backfill, cleanup, and ensure tools and equipment are maintained properly.
• Follow safety rules, wear PPE, and operate in extreme weather and challenging terrain.
• Maintain a good driving record and provide backup support to the Equipment Operator or Crew Leader.
• Complete reports and assist with safety devices and traffic regulations.

Skills

General maintenance

Sewer construction

Rehab

Underground utilities

Reading & writing

Arithmetic

Driver's license

CDL Class A

Tanker endorsement

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SafetySensitive - YES

Uniform Required –YES

NOTE: These positions are part of the LRWRA CAREER PATH process and are set up to allow the employee to progress automatically to the next position upon achievement of the noted qualifications. The “Scope” and “Duties” listed on this page are basic to both positions; the “Qualifications” on the following pages detail and determine the expertise and experienced required for each position. Each successive level includes all the requirements for the previous level.

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Scope of Responsibilities:

Perform a variety of manual tasks which support the Collection System Maintenance division. Operates and cares for LRWRA equipment and property according to requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Always follows instructions of the Crew Leader CDL and/or Supervisor.
• Assists in loading and unloading materials.
• Uses pick, shovel, and/or other hand tools according to the requirements of the job at hand.
• Performs backfill and cleanup tasks as required.
• Maintains a good driving record.
• Maintains tools and equipment properly.
• Always follows safety practices and guidelines – including wearing proper personal protective/safety equipment due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals, flammable liquids, biological hazards, toxic/flammable compressed gases, and confined spaces.
• Follows established work procedures and practices.
• Undertakes any reasonable request within capabilities that is good for the community and LRWRA.

Qualifications:

See following pages for breakdown.

This position has been evaluated as to whether a momentary lapse of attention may result in grave and immediate danger to the employee, coworkers, or the public. If the designation is yes, the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act (AMMA) of 2016 will govern working conditions. If no, the AMMA will not apply to the position.

This position has been evaluated as to the mandated wearing of a company uniform during working hours.

Career Path Qualification Chart Summary

6068NE

6067NE

CP Utility Worker

CP Utility Worker CDL

NE-Grade 1

NE-Grade 2

Education

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience & Training

Must be 18 years of age

Minimum of six months experience in general maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work

Some experience in performing general maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work preferred

Must have attained a minimum of a Step 2 Utility Worker

Ability to read, write, and work simple arithmetic.

Minimum of 80 hours cross-training on a combination cleaning truck, dump truck with trailer, and loading and unloading of equipment with acknowledgement forms signed and skills test passed

Working Knowledge

Basic

General maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work

Commercial vehicle operation

Practicing

General maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work

Commercial vehicle operation

Ability to obtain and maintain

Valid Arkansas driver’s license.

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) with Tanker Endorsement

Reliable telephone for after-hours contact for emergency or call-out situations

Ability to perform

Remove and replace manhole lids, climb in and out of manholes, and work with tools and equipment

Operate equipment under direction

Work in extreme weather and difficult terrain.

Provide backup assistance to Equipment Operator CDL and/or Crew Leader CDL as required

Complete reports and forms, as needed.

Help erect safety devices according to traffic regulations where applicable.

Ability to communicate clearly and follow verbal and written instructions.

Drive standard transmission vehicles

Meet and maintain attendance requirements

Comply with all safety rules and regulations

Be available for on-call weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required

This position has been evaluated as to whether a momentary lapse of attention may result in grave and immediate danger to the employee, coworkers, or the public. If the designation is yes, the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act (AMMA) of 2016 will govern working conditions. If no, the AMMA will not apply to the position.

This position has been evaluated as to the mandated wearing of a company uniform during working hours.