JOB DESCRIPTION: UTILITY WORKER

REPORTS TO: Director of Public Works

PAY GRADE: $19.50 hourly with potential overtime

SUMMARY:

This employee works under the direction and supervision of the Utility Services Foreman and performs a variety of work related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of the sewer collection system, as well as building maintenance, right-of-way maintenance, drainage improvements/repairs, litter control, and bulk and brush pickup.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK

The employees will use a variety of hand tools, heavy and light equipment. The employee will be required to lift, dig, climb, bend and move moderately to very heavy objects. The employee may be exposed to all types of weather conditions with possible exposure to fumes, chemicals, or toxic substances.

ESSENTIAL EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Performs maintenance on the sewer collection system, equipment, tools, vehicles, buildings and signs, as well as drainage and other right-of-way functions.

Operates various types of heavy and light equipment in a variety of maintenance and construction tasks including but not limited to trucks, tractors, backhoe, ditch witch, skid steer, and jet rodder.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to obtain knowledge of the materials and equipment used in the construction, repair and maintenance of sewer lines;

Ability to obtain knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and maintenance operations of pumps;

Ability to obtain knowledge of general construction practices;

Ability to read, understand, and follow both oral and written communication;

Ability to communicate effectively with employees and citizens;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others, employees and members of the public;

Ability to use tools necessary in the performance of required skills;

Ability to work under extreme weather conditions and for long periods;

Ability to work in odorous and unhealthy environments;

Ability to perform heavy manual labor under unfavorable conditions and climate;

Ability to grasp, crouch, bend, stoop, climb, stretch, and walk in order to perform the job;

Ability to move at least 75 pounds; and

Ability to work in confined spaces such as manholes and lift stations.

Must participate in department on-call rotation.

WORK ENVIROMENT:

Work environment is generally agreeable with good working conditions but may be slightly dirty or involve exposure to some other slightly disagreeable elements; work environment demands minimal confinement with some protective equipment required; generally, physical and working conditions are such that minor cuts, abrasions, bruises, or burns may be encountered, despite provision of safety measures and health precautions (generally no lost time results).

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED;

Must possess a valid Drivers’ License with potential of getting a CDL;

Ability to obtain Sewer Collections certification.

Please email your resume to HR@cityofmillersville.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.50 per hour

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Goodlettsville, TN 37072: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person