PT Water Operator

Position Overview
Under direct supervision, performs entry-level work in performing tasks related to the operation, care, and maintenance of the Village’s Water, Sewer and Collection systems.  Employees perform routine tasks requiring the use of acquired skills and knowledge.  Assignments may involve working with members of a crew or working independently.  Reports to the Supervisor of Water Operations.  

Essential Job Functions

• Perform general maintenance of water system, including checking pumps, wells and collection systems.
• Perform fire hydrant maintenance.
• Check lift stations on a weekly basis.
• Read Meters on a rotating basis.  
• Replace, install and repair water meters.
• Assist Building Department with projects when required.
• Repair water main breaks when required.
• Perform snow removal when required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Functions

• Maintains and cares for supplies, facilities, and equipment; performs routine maintenance and equipment safety inspections; and reports maintenance and safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Assists other Public Works divisions and Village departments with projects when required.
• Employee will work the established hours as specified by the Public Works Director and/or other applicable agreements in effect.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
For successful performance in this position, the incumbent will need to demonstrate the following:

KNOWLEDGE of:

• Water/sewer equipment, lift stations, wells and water/sewer systems.
• Basic methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in water/sewer system operation and maintenance.

SKILLS in:

• Using applicable hand tools and equipment related to the position.
• Performing routine maintenance tasks safely and efficiently.
• Working independently or as part of a crew.

ABILITY to:

• Perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Lift or move a minimum of 100 lbs.
• Tolerate working in an environment that may contain dirt, dust, noise, unpleasant fumes/odors, vibration, poor lighting, confined spaces, allergens, wetness/humidity, extreme heat, and extreme cold.
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Knowledge of water/sewer equipment, lift stations, wells and water/sewer systems.
• Ability to use applicable hand tools and equipment related to the position.
• Ability to lift or move a minimum of 100 lbs.
• Ability to tolerate working in an environment that may contain dirt, dust, noise, unpleasant fumes/odors, vibration, poor lighting, confined spaces, allergens, wetness/humidity/ extreme heat, extreme cold, wetness and/or humidity.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Work may be performed in an environment containing dirt, dust, noise, unpleasant fumes/odors, vibration, poor lighting, confined spaces, allergens, wetness/humidity, extreme heat, extreme cold, and wetness and/or humidity.
Routine exposure to outdoor weather conditions and water/sewer system facilities, wells, lift stations, and collection systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to lift or move a minimum of 100 lbs.
Must be able to perform physical labor, use hand tools and equipment, walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, and work in confined spaces as required to perform assigned duties.

Note
Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to perform the essential functions.  This job description describes a general category of jobs.  In order to meet the needs of the Village of Antioch, employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above, and any duties are subject to change at any time.  This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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