This is the first of four levels in the Utilities Series.
 
Under direct supervision, incumbents perform daily operation and maintenance duties of various water production, water treatment, water production, waste collection systems, wastewater treatment plants, and lift stations.(The duties listed below 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 if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Routine maintenance including greasing and cleaning of plant equipment;
• Daily record keeping;
• Perform laboratory and field analyses;
• Reading and interpreting meters and gauges
• Routine ground maintenance
• Perform sampling and routine process control tests
• Respond to emergency calls 24/7
• Locate problems and operate sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppage
• Assist in installing new water and sewer services.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D) and one year of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
 
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
Valid Driver's License as per State law or requirement
Also, the ability to obtain the following certifications within two years of hiring based on job assignment:

• Wastewater Treatment Certification Level 1
• Wastewater Collection Certification Level I
• Water Treatment Certification Level I
• Water Distribution Certification Level I
• Water Production Certification Level I

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
KNOWLEDGE

• Customer service principles;
• Recordkeeping principles;
• Applicable tools and equipment;
• Maintenance and grounds principles;
• Parish geography;

SKILLS

• Perform manual labor;
• Use applicable tools and equipment;
• Perform routine maintenance and repair activities;
• Follow written and oral instructions;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Read and comprehend maps.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; moving traffic; high, precarious places; and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, and extreme heat. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

 
UNIFORM
An employee in this position will be supplied with a uniform, provided by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury. The employee is responsible for abiding by the Police Jury's Uniform Agreement.
NOTE
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.