Utility Worker

Gfoat; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Wisconsin is seeking a Water Utilities Worker to perform maintenance and repairs on the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. You will dig up valves, locate leaks, assist in repairs, and read meters by ensuring access points remain clear.

This role requires adherence to safety rules, operating a range of tools, and performing service calls on a stand-by basis. A valid Class C driver’s license and a high school diploma or GED are required, along with the ability to work

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Must possess valid Class C Driver's License.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Maintain system and repair problems within the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
• Dig up valves, water and wastewater lines; locate broken valves, leaks and breaks; assist in repairs; refill trenches after repairs.
• Set and raise or lower water meter boxes; locate water valve leaks.
• Respond to service calls concerning Water and Wastewater Utilities emergencies or problems on stand-by basis; work overtime as needed.

Skills

Driver's License (Class C)

Drug screening

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Requirements

• Receives immediate supervision from upper level supervisory staff.
• Maintain system and repair problems occurring within the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
• Dig up valves, water and wastewater lines; locate broken valves, water line leaks and breaks; assist in repairs; refill trenches after repairs have been made.
• Fill water meter boxes with sand and gravel during rainy weather to improve drainage from meter box so that meters can be read.
• Ensure that safety apparel is worn at all times and that safety rules and practices are observed in the performance of duties.
• Assist in clearing wastewater lines and washing out wastewater lines and manholes.
• Perform minor vehicle maintenance on assigned Town vehicle.
• Set and raise or lower water meter boxes; locate water valve leaks.
• Respond to service calls concerning Water and Wastewater Utilities emergencies or problems on a stand-by basis, work to reduce state of emergency and correct problems, perform overtime duties as necessary or required in order to maintain proper functioning order as assigned.
• Assist in installing water and wastewater taps for new service.
• Perform meter pulls and service turn on/off for non-pays or repairs as requested.
• Operation and use of a variety of tools and equipment.
• Principles and practices of equipment maintenance and repair.
• Standard procedures for assigned division.
• Properly know techniques for applying paint to various surfaces.
• Hazards associated with the work and proper safety precautions.
• Modern construction methods and practices.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Lifting techniques for minimizing physical injury.
• Perform physical requirements of the job.
• Perform work in an undesirable or hazardous environment including inclement weather, confined spaces, improper illumination and traffic.
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Operate and use a variety of tools, machinery and equipment relevant to work assignments.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. Possess a valid Class C Driver's License and must pass a pre-employment drug screening.