Distribution Maintenance Repairman

Distribution Maintenance Repairman Opening Date: January 28, 2025 Closing Date: Until Filled Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Position Status: Distribution Maintenance Repairman Department: Water Department Pay Range: In accordance with the City of East Chicago’s Salary Ordinance passed by the Common Council JOB REQUIREMENTS Must possess a valid State issued driver’s license Must possess a valid CDL license Minimum 3+ years experience in Water Department operations Ability to obtain certification within 1 year of employment, including maintaining a level of certification and/or training as required by local, state, or federal regulations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performing maintenance work on the City’s water distribution system, such as installing/repairing water lines, hydrants, valves, exercising valves, etc. Performing such seasonal work assignments as snow and ice removal on City streets and parking lots, and mowing grass along streets, easements, and City-owned properties. Performing general construction, repair, and housekeeping work as needed. Work is generally complicated and non-standardized and requires creativity, mature knowledge, and judgment. The employee can plan the procedures and methods to attain the objective. Supervisor input usually occurs while work is in progress, but the employee is responsible for assuring that the overall operation complies with local, state, and federal requirements. 1. Troubleshooting (20%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Troubleshoots reported problems with water distribution system equipment (hydrants, valves, main lines, etc.). b. Formulates repair/replacement solutions to problems to complete the job in a safe and timely manner. c. Reports troubleshooting results and recommendations to the Supervisor. 2. Corrective Maintenance (20%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Prepares corrective maintenance work orders in the absence of the Supervisor. b. Performs corrective maintenance repairs on water distribution equipment (hydrants, valves, main lines, etc.) as needed. c. Replace malfunctioning water distribution equipment as needed. 3. Preventive Maintenance (15%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on water distribution system equipment. b. Inspects water distribution equipment for defects and potential malfunctioning. c. Reports problems identified during inspections to the Supervisor. 4. Emergency Response (15%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Follows department procedures when responding to emergencies. b. Develop and implement plans for emergencies by contacting appropriate police and/or fire authorities. 5. Laborer Oversight (10%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Provides direction to laborers performing repair work. b. Answers questions from laborers about repair work. c. Reviews repair work completed by laborers. 6. Teamwork (5%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Works effectively with other personnel from the Water Department to ensure efficient operations. b. Works effectively with personnel from other departments/divisions within the city government. 7. Public Service (5%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Interacts with members of the public in a polite, courteous, considerate, and helpful manner. b. Provide answers to questions from members of the public or direct them to someone who can respond. c. Deals effectively with irate members of the public and works to resolve their problems or refer them to someone who can. 8. Safety (5%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Performs all job tasks in a safe manner. b. Ensures that safety procedures are followed at all worksites. c. Compliance with all department and division safety policies, rules, and regulations. d. Identifies and corrects/reports safety hazards when they occur. 9. Housekeeping (5%) This dimension includes the following specific duties and responsibilities: a. Maintains clean, well-organized conditions in all job sites, storage areas, shop areas, and vehicles. b. Requests and coordinates assistance for large-scale cleaning tasks. c. Operates equipment related to snow removal and lawn maintenance, such as snow blowers, plows, lawnmowers, and weed eaters. 10. Other duties as assigned.* a. *If “other duties as assigned” are regularly performed or require a significant amount of time, they should be formally identified, defined, and included in the job description. b. Assist with meter readings, connect and disconnect, and provide assistance and support to other areas and/or departments as needed. CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE AND KNOWLEDGE Specialized knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of streets, water, wastewater storm drains, parks, and other related operations and facilities. Thorough knowledge of and the ability to apply established standards and work methods to complete work activities. Thorough knowledge of the modern principles and practices of the Utilities Department’s administration, organization, and operations. Ability to estimate time, materials, and equipment needed for projects and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics/plans, and specifications. Ability to read maps to find locations of water and sewer lines and manholes. Working knowledge of Departmental policies, procedures, and standards and the ability to support them. Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally to document findings, maintain records, to work with the general public, contractors, and other department personnel. EQUIPMENT: Ability to operate equipment such as trucks, snowplows, tractors, backhoes, bush hogs, leaf vacs, wood chippers, and mowers. Ability to operate such machines as bore machines, tapping equipment, tillers, packs, and pumps. Ability to use a variety of hand tools such as grinders, drills, cut-off saws, propane tanks, etc. Ability to operate office equipment such as copier, computer, calculator, and two-way radio, and produce reports and details as needed. Ability to attend public meetings as required. General knowledge of meter reading, system layout, and meter location. General knowledge of meter construction, meter well set up, and overall customer connection. Ability to operate/utilize hand tools, and specialized electronic equipment to meet job requirements. Ability to read and accurately follow diagrams and detailed instructions to troubleshoot and/or repair. Ability to dig and work in trenches and assist with repairs or installation of water lines, valves, meters, etc., and hydrant flushing. Will assist with the operation of utility trucks, air compressors, pipe saws, jackhammers, demolition saws, pipe cutters, tractors, tractor loaders, backhoes, electronic equipment, and other power-driven equipment and tools. Works with safety-related issues such as lockout/tag out, confined space, and material safety data sheets (MSDS). Must be available for emergency overtime during and after normal working hours; respond to call-outs as needed, i.e. emergency main breaks, fire hydrant damage, etc. Operates equipment related to painting, such as sprayers, sanders, and grinders, and assists in repairs and service of equipment and facilities. Operates equipment related to housekeeping, such as floor buffers, strippers, and vacuum cleaners. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical activity expected is climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The physical requirements expected are light to heavy work and work in extreme weather conditions, work both inside and outside while being possibly exposed to hot or cold temperatures for periods. Must be of good health and physical ability to perform manual labor as required. WORK ENVIRONMENT The minimum working conditions require the employee to work both inside and outside while being possibly exposed to hot or cold temperatures for periods. May be exposed to water, noise, vibrations, and/or hazards or conditions in which one or more of the following are present: fumes, odors, dust, mist, or gases. SAFETY EQUIPMENT To protect the employee in certain situations, the employee may be required to wear/use safety equipment such as gloves, respirators, eye protection, hearing protection, protective boots, rain suit, or hard hat. HOW TO APPLY Submit the completed City of East Chicago Employment Application, an up-to-date resume, and a cover letter via: Mail: City of East Chicago Human Resources ATTN: Loretta Vaughn, Secretary 4525 Indianapolis Blvd., East Chicago, Indiana 46312 Fax: (219) 397-5755 - Please type on the subject your name and the job/ department applying for. For example: “Sue Smith, Applying for Distribution Maintenance Repairman – Water Department” OR Email: ecapply@eastchicago.com - Please type in the subject your name and the job/department applying for. For example: “Sue Smith, Applying for Distribution Maintenance Repairman – Water Department” The City of East Chicago does not discriminate in its employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, disability, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.