Water Maintenance Support Worker

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Paid vacation & personal leave

Parental leave 6–12 weeks

Pension and/or 401(k)

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000/yr

Discounted supplemental benefits

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Water Maintenance Support Worker to operate and maintain water system equipment and assist with repairs and safety measures in the field. This role requires CDL Class A, backhoe operation skills, and the ability to respond to emergencies on a 24‑hour call basis.

You will work under supervision to manage barricades, signs, valves, and hydrants, perform routine and specialized maintenance, and coordinate with dispatch for safety and material needs.

Qualifications

• Three years paid work experience performing water system maintenance and repair.
• Certification required or ability to obtain within six months in Confined Space Entry, Trench and Shoring, Flagging and Traffic Control, and Forklift Operation.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies including 24‑hr call‑out.
• Must comply with UDOT physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water system equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with installation and repair of pipes, hydrants, valves; backfill and excavations.
• Monitor and replace barricades, signs, and traffic control devices.
• Coordinate with dispatch for safety orders and material pickups.
• Maintain records of site inspections, actions taken, and daily lists for supervisor.

Education

CDL Class A

Water Distribution Operator Cert.

Tools

Backhoe operation

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Public Utilities Water Maintenance

Full time

JR5723

Position Title:

Water Maintenance Support Worker

Bargaining Unit:

AFSCME

Job Description:

Under general supervision, operates assigned equipment and vehicles, including dump trucks, front end loaders, compressors and related equipment as a normal and continual assignment, while performing specialized and routine water maintenance work. Operates backhoes on an as needed basis and for training and emergency purposes.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Paid vacation and personal leave

• 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available

• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Working from a current list of jobs in progress, checks all signs and/or barricades and road plates at least once every shift. Makes sure flashing lights are operating and corrects any problems with barricade and/or sign placement according the current traffic control manual. Makes sure traffic plates are secure. Calls to have the plates picked up if the job is complete. Maintains department-owned barricades by making sure batteries are replaced when needed, lights are operable, and overall barricade condition is good.

• In high priority situations, calls dispatch to have trench boxes, barricades, and/or signs removed from the work site if work is complete. If the job is not complete but there is no need to keep all safety devices on site, calls dispatch for a partial pick up of materials.

• When a routine job needs to be called in, notes on safety work order what action needs to be taken by City contracted barricades company. Before end of shift, faxes a copy of the safety work order advising what needs to be done (complete pick up or partial) to barricades company.

• Records on the jobs-in-progress list the time the job site was inspected and what action was taken. Records on the list all jobs that are in the street needing to be checked at night, holidays and weekends. Provides dispatch with an updated copy of the daily list at end of each work day. Keeps supervisor informed about barricades/signs, or traffic plates that are on a job site more than two weeks without any work being done.

• As requested and instructed by supervisor or crew leader, assists in the repair and replacement of broken pipes, mains, valves and hydrants. Notifies property owners of possible service interruptions. Operates various types of equipment including jackhammers, boring and pushing machines, taps, dies, and tampers. May set meter yokes, meter boxes or related items while under supervision. May backfill or do minor excavations with common hand tools. Cleans up small amounts of dirt, asphalt, cement or other debris. Delivers meter boxes, valve boxes, or other materials to crew, contractor or property owner as instructed.

• Complies with all department safety policies and procedures. Responds as requested to hazardous conditions such as missing or loose meter box lids, valve lids, manhole lids, sink holes, etc. Repairs or barricades hazardous situations as necessary and notifies dispatch of outcome.

• May perform any or all of the following: operate system valves to shut down supplies or restore service; use charts and locators to find appropriate valves and mains; assist with the completion of work orders and inventory sheets; check out supplies and equipment from departmental warehouse; and assist with barricading.

• Operates light vehicles to haul supplies, carry equipment or commute to the field work site.

• Completes work orders and turns them in to the work order office by the end of shift each day.

• Performs other related maintenance duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:-Water Maintenance Support Worker

• Knowledge of the use of hand and small power tools and the ability to perform field labor under varying climactic conditions.

• Ability to respond to emergencies including 24-hour call‑out.

• Ability to complete minor records and prepare simple inventory forms.

• Ability to relate well with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public under varying circumstances.

• Certification required in Flagging and Traffic Control Device Placement.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Drivers License Class "A" and other CDL endorsements as required.

• Three years paid work experience performing water system maintenance and repair either as a water maintenance worker or in water systems construction. Up to one year of paid general maintenance work involving closely related duties may be substituted. Two years as Water System Maintenance Operator I for the Public Utilities Department will meet minimum qualifications requirement when approved by the department.

• Two years paid work experience operating related heavy equipment including backhoes, 10‑wheel dump trucks and front‑end loaders on a documented and continual basis. Knowledge of the hazards and application of safety rules involved in the operation of equipment and the ability to be covered by insurance at standard premium rates.

• Certification required, or ability to obtain within six months from hire, in Confined Space Entry, Trench and Shoring (Competent Person as defined by OSHA), Flagging and Traffic Control Device Placement, and Forklift Operation.

• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies including 24‑hr call‑out and standby according to a rotating schedule.

• Demonstrated ability to work well and relate with co‑workers, supervisors and the general public under varying job related circumstances.

• Must comply with UDOT physical requirements.

DESIRED QUALIFICATION:

• Certification as a Water Distribution Operator IV.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium‑to‑heavy weights. Difficult working positions. Must stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Exposure to disagreeable elements such as heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust or grease. Substantial exposure to health and Occupational hazards.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

• This position may be assigned to shift work, extensive overtime, callouts, standby or rotating shift schedules.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

Water Maintenance Support Worker- $20.31 -$26.72

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilties

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance

• Dental, vision, life insurance

• HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)

• Wellness clinic for employees & families

• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

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