What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Maintenance Worker position at City of Midlothian?
Starting Hiring Salary: $17.66 - 21.63, hourly
Under general supervision of the Utility Foreman, this position performs general maintenance, repair, and installation on city owned and operated facilities and utilities.
- Maintains, installs, repairs, replaces, and connects/disconnects utility services, water meters, and sewer and water lines.
- Monitors equipment operator to prevent damage to other utilities lines while digging.
- Sets up traffic barricades, signage, and cones.
- Organizes tools, equipment, and supplies to complete assignments.
- Inspects, cleans, and maintains equipment and tools in safe operating order.
- Performs routine inspections of assigned areas to detect any necessary repairs or hazardous conditions.
- Cleans work sites and replaces landscaping.
- Provides backup assistance, on-call coverage, and support to other City departments as assigned.
- Travels to attend meetings and training.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
General maintenance experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of general maintenance and repair techniques for water and sewer.
- Ability to operate and maintain light equipment, power tools, and hand tools.
- Knowledge of safe handling procedures of hazardous chemicals and materials.
- Ability to follow instructions, safety practices, and perform work accurately and thoroughly which requires performing multiple tasks simultaneously under time pressures and deadlines.
- Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
- Ability to follow verbal and written direction.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Skill in the use of PC, tablets, and related software applications such as Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.
- Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.
Special Requirements
Mobility within a field and outdoor environment is required.Subject to be on-call during non-working hours.
Must be available to work during severe weather events.
This position is classified as a DOT position and is subject to regulated random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.
Licenses & Certifications
Water Class D (Distribution) and/or Wastewater Class D (Collections I) license is required, or must be obtained within one (1) year of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record as established by the City of Midlothian driving standards. Class A Commercial Driver’s License is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record as established by the City of Midlothian driving standards. Class A Commercial Driver’s License is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
Work Environment
Salary : $36,725 - $53,251