Water Distribution Maintenance Worker

Wadsworth City; Wadsworth, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Wadsworth is seeking an Equipment Operator II to perform skilled to semi-skilled maintenance across departments. You will operate water, sewer, and street equipment, perform inspections, and assist with construction and repairs while adhering to safety standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, valid Class A CDL, and the ability to work in varying weather. On-call standby is required; CDL training may be provided if not currently held.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of building and grounds maintenance methods.
• Experience with earth-moving and heavy equipment is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of equipment and light vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Perform maintenance tasks on water, sewer, and street infrastructure.
• Read engineering drawings and locate underground utilities.
• Participate in on-call standby for weather-related emergencies.
• Maintain records of work performed and materials used.

Skills

Equipment operation

Trenching safety

Confined spaces

Forklift training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL: Class A

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Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Division Supervisor, Equipment Operator II, and/or Public Works Manager, the employee is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a variety of equipment and light vehicles and for performing skilled to semi-skilled maintenance tasks in any City department or division where such services are required. May also perform unskilled, routine, manual labor tasks using small hand tools. May work in any City departments or division where such services are required or needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Examples of job responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following duties:

• Locates water valves, water and wastewater lines and curb boxes using electronic pipe locating equipment; makes repairs to water main lines, fire hydrants, other appurtenances, and water services; makes service taps on water lines using tapping machine; installs new water lines; repairs water pumps; replace/repair plumbing fixtures, operates an electronic correlator/listening device to locate leaks in water lines; takes water samples for testing purposes; aides in water line pressure testing and bacteria testing; performs shoring and trenching operations; climbs water towers to a height of 80 to 100 feet.
• Repairs, cleans and maintains sanitary sewer lines; repairs sanitary manholes using brick and mortar; enters confined spaces; repairs drain tiles as needed to insure proper drainage of sanitary sewers and ditches; trouble shoots and makes repairs on sanitary sewer lift stations; operates a sewer jet/vac vehicle to clean and maintain sanitary sewers; televises sanitary sewer lines using crawler camera equipment. Uses computer software to document sections of sanitary sewer televised.
• Repairs streets (both asphalt and concrete), curbs, manholes and alleys by operating a jackhammer to remove sections of an area to be repaired; builds forms for concrete; finishes concrete surfaces; spreads and compacts asphalt using a hand tamp, hand roller, or diesel powered hand roller. Installs traffic control signs for construction areas; flags traffic; operates an air compressor rock drill, chainsaw, tamping machine, and various saws, both handheld and walk-behind, and various other hand tools.
• Reads engineering drawings and marks underground utilities (e.g., water and sanitary sewer lines) and places telephone calls to the Ohio Utility Protection Service (O.U.P.S.) for marking dig locations. Performs final inspections for bonding and bond release purposes.
• Mows grass and weeds, trims shrubs and trees; repairs water break holes, mixes and pours concrete; makes minor repairs to grass mowers, appliances, locks, doors and windows; builds partitions and false ceilings; installs floor covering; sands and finishes floors; replaces window glass. Washes windows; paints inside and outside of buildings; washes and waxes equipment.
• Operates a pickup and/or three quarter panel truck; operates a dump truck; operates a light industrial type or farm type tractor with front end attachment.
• Performs building maintenance tasks not limited to cleaning, painting, plumbing, framing, drywall, flooring, and landscaping;
• Performs daily pre-trip check sheets; washes, waxes, and makes light repairs on vehicles and equipment;
• Will be required to be on-call out/standby list for emergency situations pertaining to severe weather conditions (snow and ice, severe storms, tornados) or unforeseen events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Some knowledge of building and grounds maintenance methods, tools, materials and supplies.
• Some knowledge of the kind of work for which various earth-moving vehicles can be utilized in a municipal operation
• Some knowledge in the operation of at least one of the following vehicles; a ½ ton to 8 ton dump truck, small industrial or farm type tractor, Vactor sewer vac/jet
• Some knowledge of the hazards involved in the operation of such vehicles.
• Some knowledge of trench safety, confined spaces and fall protection.*
• Some knowledge of departmental infrastructure in the assigned department, (e.g. storm/sanitary, roadways, potable water system, sign and traffic infrastructure.*
• Ability to interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, and the general public.
• Ability to bend, reach, & climb for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift loads of up to 50 lbs. and 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Ability to perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in confined spaces on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in inclement weather, heat, cold, rain, snow, for extended periods.
• Ability to obtain forklift training and become licensed.
• Ability to read and write English and clearly communicate information both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in oral, written, diagram and schedule form
• Basic computer skills needed for some data entry and report generation
• Ability to maintain records of work accomplished including materials, supplies and the length of time to complete the job
• Performs lock out/tag out procedures including notation

Minimum Qualifications for Employment:

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of training and/or experience in any kind of general construction and/or building and grounds maintenance or two years of experience operating any of the vehicles identified above.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license and to remain insurable under the city’s vehicle insurance policy and have an acceptable driving record as deemed by the City of Wadsworth.
• Must obtain a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with a Tanker and Air Brake Endorsement within six (6) months from the date of hire.
• Possess or obtain within three (3) years a Class 1 Water Distribution License and a Class 1 Wastewater Collection License from the State of Ohio EPA
• Must be part of a 24-hour/7-day a week standby/call out rotation. Must be able to report to 311 Broad St. Wadsworth, Ohio 44281 within thirty (30) minutes of being called when on standby. Must be available to work overtime.

Preferred Qualifications for Employment:

• Current possession of a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.

Special Information:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, employment reference checks, a physical examination and a pre-employment drug screen. The final applicant will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test will not be appointed to the position.