Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker II

City of Muskogee; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Muskogee is seeking a Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker II responsible for performing unskilled and semiskilled tasks on City properties. The role includes repairing sewer lines, operating light to medium construction equipment, and assisting skilled tradespeople. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience. This position requires a valid Oklahoma Driver License and may involve outdoor work under various conditions, with an emphasis on safety and attendance.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a trades helper or maintenance laborer.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Skill in operating automotive equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and replaces sewer lines and manholes.
• Operates light to medium equipment.
• Assists skilled repairmen in plumbing repairs.

Skills

Manual labor work practices

Knowledge of tools and materials

Ability to communicate tactfully

Mechanical tools operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Light to medium construction equipment

Power tools

Job description

Purpose Of The Classification

Responsible for performing unskilled and semiskilled tasks; works on individual job assignments or as a member of a work group engaged in planned or scheduled general maintenance or renovation activities involving City properties and facilities to include public buildings, grounds, water and sewer facilities and streets. Duties often include the operation of light to medium sized vehicles and construction equipment.

Essential Tasks

• Repairs and replaces manholes, cleans, repairs and replaces sewer lines.
• Operates hand and power tools including jack hammer, air compressor and other hand and power tools.
• Operates light to medium equipment including rodder, suction pumps, flusher, tractors and loaders.
• Paints, mixes cement, and cuts grass.
• Cleans catch basins, lays pipe, paints and silk screens traffic signs, operates light truck, jack hammer and other hand tools and welding equipment for the installation of traffic signs.
• Assists skilled repairmen in plumbing repairs and performs minor repairs to buildings and equipment.
• Performs other work as necessary and or as assigned.
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.

Reporting Relationships

The Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker II reports directly to the Water/Sewer Maintenance Leader I. The Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker II does not have any direct reports or supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Training and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required, and one (1) year of experience as a trades helper or maintenance laborer in any of the construction and maintenance trades, preferably including some work experience involving the operation of light to medium construction equipment.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Good knowledge of manual labor work practices, methods, tools and materials of varied semiskilled general maintenance work; and good knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; ability to read and write; ability to use various types of mechanical tools and equipment; ability to operate various types of automotive and power equipment; and the ability to courteously and tactfully communicate with fellow workers, supervisors, other members of the organization, and the public in giving and receiving information. Skill in the operation of light to heavy automotive equipment and in the use of pertinent tools and power equipment.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. On a case-by-case basis, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, arm and hand steadiness and finger dexterity will be needed enough to use a keyboard and telephone. Occasional sitting and standing are required. Frequent lifting and carrying of objects up to sixty (60) pounds. Occasional lifting and carrying of objects weighing over sixty (60) pounds. Occasional reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, twisting, handling and repetitive movements. Vision, speech, and hearing sufficient to perform essential tasks. Punctuality and reasonable attendance is essential. Must submit to drug screening and fitness to work physical exam.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid Oklahoma Driver License is required. Must possess and maintain a class “D” Waterworks license or ability to obtain within nine (9) months from appointment and a class “D” Wastewater license or ability to obtain within nine (9) months.

Working Environment

Work in this classification is both indoors and outdoors. Will travel to other City locations as required. Requires ability to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours. Requires ability to maintain on-call status. Will be subjected to confined spaces.

Notice

This classification is a “safety sensitive” position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. As a “safety sensitive” classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.