What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water/Sewer Construction System Worker 1 position at City of Freeport?
Description
Reporting to the Operations Superintendent and under the daily direction of the Construction Crew Foreman and/or Construction Crew Lead, participates in the construction, inspection, maintenance and repair of the Water & Sewer system assets and associated facilities.
Minimum Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
- Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with Air Brake Endorsement Permit within 90 days of starting the position.
- Basic knowledge of construction, maintenance and repair on water or sewer systems, plumbing or a related field.
- Ability to operate and maintain a variety of special equipment.
- Basic knowledge of IDOL, IDOT and OSHA safety rules and of laws or ordinances relating to this position.
- Strong knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of equipment assigned.
- Construction related computer skills including database searches, Word, Excel, etc. preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Make taps in pressurized and non-pressurized water mains and joins pipe using mechanical, push fit joints, and other mechanical fittings.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Sets fire hydrants and valves.
- Repairs water system components.
- Makes repairs to sewer system segments, installs manholes, mains, house services and other sewer system components.
- Maintain field notes of locations and depths.
- Performs associated rough carpentry and masonry.
- Operates heavy equipment. Operates special equipment including compressor, pneumatic tools, by-pass pumps, portable generators, TV cameras, sewer cleaning and jetting machinery and winches.
- Performs JULIE locate requests.
- Performs maintenance of the buildings and grounds of the Department of Public Works.
- Will be subject to emergency call-in for weather, operational, or system problems.
- Responds to citizen complaints and after hour service requests.
- Shall assist with snow plowing as assigned.
Starting rate for this position is $23.89/hour with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, & life insurance, paid time off, plus an IMRF pension.
To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application on our website at www.cityfofreeport.org under the City Job Openings tab.
The City of Freeport is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon any status protected under local, state or federal laws. We welcome a diverse workforce.
Pay: $23.89 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24