Utility Maintenance Mechanic

UTILITY MAINTENANCE UTILITY-Public Works/Utility

Salary Range Pay Grade 13– $34,333.00-$51,500.00 (Depending on experience and certifications)

POSITION SUMMARY

An employee in this class performs a variety of work as a member of a team or crew engaged in the construction, installation, and repair of water and sewer lines. Work involves the operation of construction equipment in the installation, replacement, and repair of water and sewer pipes to specific grade and depth, backfilling and compacting the site, and tapping water and sewer mains. Work also includes making taps to water and sewer mains, installing hydrants, meters, and valves, reading meters, and making repairs to the water and sewer system.

Employees may work in both indoor and outdoor environments and in extreme hot and cold weather. The position may involve exposure to loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, oils, and bloodborne pathogens. Employees are subject to on-call and call-back work. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation and inspection for adherence to instructions and standard trade and safety practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Operates tapping machines to make water and sewer taps and service connections.

· Lays water and sewer pipe; adjusts pipe to proper grade and depth and replaces sewer and water lines and related facilities.

· Reads, installs, services, and tests water meters and meter yokes.

· Operates backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, pipe-threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines.

· Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.

· Inspects, maintains, and repairs lift stations and pumps.

· Unstops sewer lines using pressure machines, vacuum machines, rodding machines, or hand tools.

· Mows around water and sewer pumping, well, and elevated water tank sites.

· Assists with video inspection of sewer lines to identify inflow and infiltration problems and assists with locating lines.

· Prepares records of work activities in writing and by entering information into databases.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

· Performs other related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

· Working knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of utility lines.

· Working knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual methods and tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances.

· Working knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools.

· Working knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment.

· Ability to read utility line maps and operation and service manuals and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

· Ability to prepare written records of work activities and enter information into databases.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

· Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.

· Must possess the visual acuity to operate mobile equipment such as backhoes and dump trucks in a safe manner, fit pipes and other parts, read gauges, and make written records.

DESIRABLE EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

· Graduation from high school and some experience in related construction or utility maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference is given to utility construction or maintenance and heavy equipment operation experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

· Possession of a valid North Carolina commercial driver's license.

· Ability to obtain Grade I Collection or Grade C Distribution certification within 12 months.

· Employee should not pass probation until certification is obtained.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Interested applicants should submit a completed Town of Wallace employment application and any required supporting documentation in accordance with the Town's current application process.

Go to: www.wallacenc.gov

The Town of Wallace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $34,333.00 - $51,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34,333 - $51,500