Water Maintenance Worker I, II or III / Seasonal

Syracuse City, Utah; Syracuse (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse City, Utah, is seeking a seasonal Water Maintenance Worker to perform essential duties related to water system maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and have knowledge of safety procedures, with the ability to handle tools effectively. This role includes various responsibilities such as monitoring pressure stations and managing repairs, all while working in outdoor conditions. The position offers a competitive pay rate based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Utah Class 'D' Driver's License required.
• Valid Off-Highway Vehicle license needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation or repair of water service connections.
• Monitor pressure stations and telemeter equipment.
• Assist with snow clearing and street maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of safety procedures

Skilled in handling multiple projects

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work in confined spaces

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Water Maintenance Worker I, II or III / Seasonal

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Base pay range

$19.57/hr - $24.13/hr

Job Title: Water Maintenance Worker I, II, or III

Department: Public Works

Reports To: Water Maintenance Superintendent

Status: Full-Time and Seasonal positions available, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Starting Wage: Water I $19.57 -$28.68 (typical starting wage $19.57 - $24.13)

Water II $23.66 -$33.54 (typical starting wage $23.66 - $28.60)

Water III $25.86 -$36.01 (typical starting wage $25.86 - $30.94)

Close Date: June 25, 2025

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 6:00AM-4:30PM or

Tuesday-Friday, 6:00AM-4:30PM

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance, upkeep, and repair of culinary and secondary water systems. This position is also responsible for proper maintenance of all water division vehicles and equipment and assisting public works personnel in safe, proper, and efficient execution of tasks.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Understand job duties, proper equipment uses, safety practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor pressure stations and telemeter equipment.
• Perform installation or repair of water service connections.
• Repair or replace fire hydrants and plugged water meters.
• Repair water mains.
• Tear out and repair street when locating and uncovering broken lines.
• Assist in placement of pipe.
• Flag on-coming vehicles to protect the public and workers.
• Take on-call shifts which requires response as needed during nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Respond to emergencies as needed, even on weekends, holidays, and after-hours including times when you are not on a designated on-call shift.
• Maintain a productive working environment which includes, but is not limited to, a spirit of cooperation with co-workers, peers, and the public.
• Assist with other public works functions, such as snow clearing, street and environmental maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned by the Water Superintendent.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of: Safety procedures; Machines and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Skilled in: Handling multiple projects with interruptions; Prioritizing and organizing workload to meet deadlines; Watching indicators to make sure a machine is working properly; Using electronic technology related to reporting, inspections, mapping, work-orders, communication, timekeeping, and software that improve efficiency in job performance.
• Ability to receive and follow verbal and written instructions; Work a rotating on-call schedule in addition to the regular work schedule; Respond to emergency situations and handle them properly; Properly mix chemicals according to manufacturer's recommendations; Work in confined spaces.
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to lift 25-50 pounds. The employee is also required to be able to coordinate two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying down.

Work Environment

The noise level of the maintenance equipment is generally loud noise or very loud noise.

Work is performed primarily in outdoor settings and in all weather conditions. Employee is exposed to hazards associated with water pipe and sewage maintenance including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents, and oils.

The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED or able to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Valid Utah Class "D" Driver's License or able to obtain one within 14 days of hire
• Valid Off- Highway Vehicle license or able to get one within 30 days of hire
• Must live within 25 road miles of City Hall in order to respond quickly while on call or in emergency situations.
  
  

Level II Qualifications

• Meet qualifications above and
• Must obtain a valid Class A CDL with Air Brakes & Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire date.
• Must obtain the following certifications within 24 months of hire date: Water Operator Distribution 4, Flagger Certificate, Forklift Certificate, Trench Safety Trained, Confined Space Trained
• 3 years or more of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

Application Instructions

Qualified applicants must complete a Syracuse City employment application online at www.syracuseut.gov. If you do not have access to a computer, or if your needing further information regarding the position or needing assistance due to a disability please contact Kadi Jacobsen, at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Distribution and Supply Chain

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