What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Construction Worker in Training position at Racine?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: POSITION PURPOSE: The Utility Worker
Construction-In-Training (CIT) is an entry-level role that provides
on-the-job training in maintaining and repairing infrastructure within
the Racine Water Utility system. The role involves assisting with
Construction tasks, operating equipment (CDL required within six
months), maintaining tools and work area, and supporting other Utility
departments. Employees must follow safety procedures, work outdoors in
physically demanding conditions, and be available for emergency
overtime. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The following duties are normal for this
position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.
Other duties may be required and assigned. Assists in repairing mains,
valves, hydrants, pipeline appurtenances and services using currently
accepted construction practices. Unloads and loads pipe, fittings and
chemicals. Drives trucks ranging in size from ton up to 54,000 G.V.W.
upon obtaining a CDL. Maintains physical structure using hand tools and
power equipment. Compiles field data and information on file into
reports as assigned. Maintains clean and orderly equipment storage
areas, locker facilities, and vehicles. Assists in departmental
functions and tasks with those of other Utility departments, including
plant projects, as required. Adheres to all safety procedures as defined
by the Utility work and safety rules, as well as workzone traffic, and
excavation/trenching safety procedures. Available to work overtime
beyond the normal 40 hour work week during emergency. infrastructure
repair events, preferably as a rotating crew standby member. PHYSICAL
AND MENTAL ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Language and Interpersonal
Communication: Ability to analyze and categorize data and information in
order to determine the relationship of the data with reference to
established criteria/standards. Ability to compare, count,
differentiate, classify, compute, tabulate, measure and/or sort data, as
well as assemble, copy and record and transcribe data and information.
Ability to utilize, interpret, and apply a variety of advisory data and
information such as blueprints, plat book of water/sewer mains, charts,
graphs, as-built drawings, and general operating manuals. Ability to
communicate orally and in writing with varied and diverse contacts, such
as Utility personnel, general public customers, and contractors. Ability
to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Judgement and
Situational Reasoning: Ability to apply rational and ethical judgment,
tact, courtesy, and diplomacy when dealing with Utility personnel,
public customers, contractors, and city representatives. Physical
Requirements: Must have good dexterity with ability to hand operate
heavy equipment, tools, and instruments, some requiring complex and
rapid adjustments in coordination with eye movement, such as leak
detection equipment, power hand tools, motor vehicles, computer,
calculator, two-way radio and telephone. Ability to exert strenuous
physical effort to lift and carry objects up to 100 lbs, typically
involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling,
lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, and
turning/torqueing valves and apparatus. Ability to recognize and
identify degrees of similarity or difference between characteristics of
color, sound and odors. Work Environment and Conditions: Ability to work
year-round outdoors and in trenches subject to weather conditions;
exposure to loud noises, damp, wet, cold, mud, and unpleasant odors;
outside on streets, and in varying traffic conditions. Ability to work
under moderately unsafe and uncomfortable conditions where exposure to
environmental factors such as heavy machinery and power equipment,
trenched earth, and construction materials poses a moderate risk of
injury. This job description is intended to identify essential duties
and also illustrates other types of duti s that may be assigned. It
should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be
required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of
assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to
the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees
Maintain a Consistent And Reliable Attendance Record. Job Descriptions
are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the Utility or
City of Racine. The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to
discuss potential accommodations with the employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of
high school diploma or GED equivalent, and at least 18 years of age. One
year of previous construction experience is desired. Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources Water Distribution certification is a
plus. Valid state-issued motor vehicle operating license, and hires are
expected to obtain a Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) - Class A within
6 months of hire. ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Strong
mechanical skills, including a working knowledge of mechanical
functions, principles and techniques. Working knowledge of all fittings
and materials used in maintaining a water distribution system is a plus.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/racinewi/jobs/5151200/utility-construction-worker-in-training?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Construction-In-Training (CIT) is an entry-level role that provides
on-the-job training in maintaining and repairing infrastructure within
the Racine Water Utility system. The role involves assisting with
Construction tasks, operating equipment (CDL required within six
months), maintaining tools and work area, and supporting other Utility
departments. Employees must follow safety procedures, work outdoors in
physically demanding conditions, and be available for emergency
overtime. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The following duties are normal for this
position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.
Other duties may be required and assigned. Assists in repairing mains,
valves, hydrants, pipeline appurtenances and services using currently
accepted construction practices. Unloads and loads pipe, fittings and
chemicals. Drives trucks ranging in size from ton up to 54,000 G.V.W.
upon obtaining a CDL. Maintains physical structure using hand tools and
power equipment. Compiles field data and information on file into
reports as assigned. Maintains clean and orderly equipment storage
areas, locker facilities, and vehicles. Assists in departmental
functions and tasks with those of other Utility departments, including
plant projects, as required. Adheres to all safety procedures as defined
by the Utility work and safety rules, as well as workzone traffic, and
excavation/trenching safety procedures. Available to work overtime
beyond the normal 40 hour work week during emergency. infrastructure
repair events, preferably as a rotating crew standby member. PHYSICAL
AND MENTAL ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Language and Interpersonal
Communication: Ability to analyze and categorize data and information in
order to determine the relationship of the data with reference to
established criteria/standards. Ability to compare, count,
differentiate, classify, compute, tabulate, measure and/or sort data, as
well as assemble, copy and record and transcribe data and information.
Ability to utilize, interpret, and apply a variety of advisory data and
information such as blueprints, plat book of water/sewer mains, charts,
graphs, as-built drawings, and general operating manuals. Ability to
communicate orally and in writing with varied and diverse contacts, such
as Utility personnel, general public customers, and contractors. Ability
to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Judgement and
Situational Reasoning: Ability to apply rational and ethical judgment,
tact, courtesy, and diplomacy when dealing with Utility personnel,
public customers, contractors, and city representatives. Physical
Requirements: Must have good dexterity with ability to hand operate
heavy equipment, tools, and instruments, some requiring complex and
rapid adjustments in coordination with eye movement, such as leak
detection equipment, power hand tools, motor vehicles, computer,
calculator, two-way radio and telephone. Ability to exert strenuous
physical effort to lift and carry objects up to 100 lbs, typically
involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling,
lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, and
turning/torqueing valves and apparatus. Ability to recognize and
identify degrees of similarity or difference between characteristics of
color, sound and odors. Work Environment and Conditions: Ability to work
year-round outdoors and in trenches subject to weather conditions;
exposure to loud noises, damp, wet, cold, mud, and unpleasant odors;
outside on streets, and in varying traffic conditions. Ability to work
under moderately unsafe and uncomfortable conditions where exposure to
environmental factors such as heavy machinery and power equipment,
trenched earth, and construction materials poses a moderate risk of
injury. This job description is intended to identify essential duties
and also illustrates other types of duti s that may be assigned. It
should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be
required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of
assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to
the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees
Maintain a Consistent And Reliable Attendance Record. Job Descriptions
are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the Utility or
City of Racine. The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to
discuss potential accommodations with the employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of
high school diploma or GED equivalent, and at least 18 years of age. One
year of previous construction experience is desired. Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources Water Distribution certification is a
plus. Valid state-issued motor vehicle operating license, and hires are
expected to obtain a Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) - Class A within
6 months of hire. ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Strong
mechanical skills, including a working knowledge of mechanical
functions, principles and techniques. Working knowledge of all fittings
and materials used in maintaining a water distribution system is a plus.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/racinewi/jobs/5151200/utility-construction-worker-in-training?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs