Water/Wastewater Service Worker

City of Johnson City; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Johnson City, Tennessee is seeking a Water/Wastewater Service Worker to support the Water & Sewer Services Line Maintenance and Construction Division. The role involves installing, maintaining and repairing water lines, pumps, meters, hydrants and related appurtenances, under supervision and with safety as a priority.

Essential duties include repairing broken wastewater lines, operating equipment, maintaining tools and supplies, and coordinating with supervisors to locate work sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training provided.
• 1–3 years of related experience preferred for efficiency.
• Must possess a valid commercial driver's license, Class A with Tanker endorsement, per Tennessee requirements.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain water/wastewater lines and equipment.
• Install taps, meters, hydrants, and other appurtenances.
• Ensure safety practices and proper use of tools and equipment.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Safety-conscious

Map reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Air compressor

Hydraulic jackhammer

Pipe saw

Job description

The City of Johnson City, Tennessee is currently accepting online applications for a Water/Wastewater Service Worker with Water & Sewer Services Line Maintenance and Construction Division. The employee performs intermediate skilled mechanical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of water lines, pumps, taps and mains in water/wastewater system; does related work as required. Employees in this class perform repair and maintenance on broken wastewater lines; installation of water/wastewater equipment; maintenance of equipment and supply inventories; all work is supervised while in progress and reviewed upon completion.

Essential Functions of Position:

• performs repairs on broken water/wastewater lines and equipment;
• replaces frames and covers;
• installs water/wastewater taps, meters, meter boxes, hydrants, valves and other appurtenances;
• repairs manholes;
• operates core drilling machine, tap machine, air compressor, jack hammer, pipe saw, service truck, and various hand tools;
• performs general clerical skills in filling out work orders;
• utilizes appropriate maps and drawings to locate work site areas in coordination with supervisor;
• ensures highest safety precautions during task performance;
• communicates with supervisor before, during, and after task performance;
• ensures work, maintenance, and repairs are completed properly to avoid recurring failures;
• ensures safety practices of workforce and facilities;
• performs related tasks as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

General knowledge of the construction, assembly and maintenance on a wide variety of plumbing-type equipment; general knowledge and skill in the use of various tools and equipment necessary to perform tasks that vary in nature; ability to utilize safely and efficiently equipment such as air compressors, heavy machinery, etc.; ability to maintain highest level of safety to self, crew, and general public; ability to interpret maps and drawings related to tasks; good physical condition, and ability to endure frequent bending, walking, stooping, twisting, turning, lifting, etc.

Acceptable Experience and Training:

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent; on the job experience is the most effective means for mastering the nature of tasks performed generally one to three years of such experience is necessary to perform efficiently; supplemental training is desirable in the procurement of plumbing licensure; an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. Must possess a valid commercial driver's license, Class A (57) with Tanker endorsement, issued by the state of Tennessee. Pre-employment DOT physical, drug screening and background check required.

EEO

This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to pre-employment, random and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as allowed by law.