Operator, Field (Water Construction)

Salary: $19.41 – $25.43/hour

Opening Date: 8/4/2026

Closing Date: 8/11/2026

Description:

Under general supervision, performs skilled and manual labor work activities in the construction and maintenance of the water and water distribution and wastewater collections systems; operates equipment assigned to division; assists other divisions/departments as requested; performs related work as required.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in the construction, installation, maintenance, cleanliness and repair of the water and wastewater collection systems, including lines, valves, meters, etc.
• Makes water and wastewater taps.
• Lays lines, locates lines, locates and repairs leaks, lubricates and/or replaces valves, etc.
• Performs landscaping duties, repairing previous work sites.
• Assists with updating line and valve locations.
• Assists in the maintenance, cleanliness and upkeep of the physical plant.
• Assists in all types of maintenance duties, including pouring and finishing concrete, plumbing, etc.
• Operates motorized equipment safely and efficiently.
• Detects malfunctions in vehicles and equipment and reports all problems to supervisor; assists with maintenance (including preventive maintenance) on vehicles and equipment.
• Cleans and properly stores equipment and tools after use.
• Assists with meter inspections.
• Assists other divisions/departments as requested.
• Completes required continuing education classes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent required.
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license.
• Prior related experience preferred.

Must Be Able To:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with officers, employees, the general public.
• Perform heavy labor for extended periods of time, often during adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours.

Physical Requirements:

• Work involves sitting at a desk or table; work is performed outdoors regardless of weather conditions, requiring intermittent standing, walking, stooping; must lift objects over 50 lbs.; exposed to machinery and its moving parts; required to be in high places, confined spaces, and using stairs and ladders; exposed to fumes, chemicals and toxic substances as a requirement of the job.

Certification Requirements:

• Certification Requirements: Must possess, or obtain, within the first 18 months of employment, and maintain a level I or class I certification in Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection. Then must work toward completing all operator qualifications (Class III Water Distribution certification and Class III Wastewater Collections certification)

Applicants may apply online by sending resumes to HR@murrayky.gov

The City of Murray is an Equal Opportunity Employer