Field Operations Laborer

Position: Field Operations Laborer

Reports to: Field Operations Crew Leader/Foreman/Superintendent

Department: O-2

FLSA Status: Non - Exempt/Hourly

Core Schedule: M-F 7:00a-4:00p

Job Summary: Under general supervision, serves to maintain lines of the water and wastewater system; and does related work as required.

Key Accountabilities:

Employee is responsible for but not limited to the following.

• Basic knowledge or the ability to learn water distribution and waste water collections systems.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used to maintain the lines throughout the city.
• Knowledge or the ability to learn water systems operation or plumbing.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used and preventative maintenance practices.
• Ability to understand and to follow instructions.
• Mows grass, inspects motors, pumps and other equipment to insure proper operations.
• Helps load and unload chemicals and other materials.
• Perform city wide line locates as related to 811-dig.
• Cleans building and surroundings. All other related duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to learn principles and practices applied in the operation and maintenance of water systems.
• Ability to inspect utility lines and to detect flaws and defects.
• Ability to quantify amounts registered on meters and charts accurately and maintain records of operations.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to operate equipment and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Alertness. Dependability. Initiative. Sound judgment. Integrity.

Educational Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent (GED)
• Valid Kentucky driver's license.
• Work to achieve appropriate certification license as issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear.
• Use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms.
• Perform repetitive movements of hands or wrist.
• Ability to work in inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 25/50/75 pounds regularly.
• Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• Ability to work outside in adverse weather conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.14 - $16.44 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Tools provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16