GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
1. Performs all aspects of water distribution maintenance.
2. Performs any and all department tasks and assists in the operation of any and all equipment.
3. Performs heavy work for an extended period of time under varied climactic conditions.
4. Must be available for emergencies which occur during off-duty hours.
5. Responsible for compliance with all safety standards and regulations in the division as established by department protocol, city policy and PERRP.
6. Must be able to operate various equipment making sure that utilities and other underground installations are not damaged in the process.
7. Repair valves and pipe fitting of all sizes.
8. Must be able to locate with electric locator, etc., lines and boxes
9. Must be able to weld.
10. Must be able to read, repair, and replace meters of all sizes.
11. Must be able to flare all size lead, plastic, and copper lines plus connect house services and double heads.
12. Must be able to install, repair, and replace all size mains and hydrants.
13. Must be able to make taps of all sizes.
14. All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
2. Must be able to perform heavy manual labor, which includes lifting, reaching, stretching and bending.
3. Must have and continually maintain a working telephone (proof will be required and records must be kept up to date).
4. Must be trustworthy and able to communicate satisfactorily with other employees and the general public.
5. Must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
6. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and be in possession of and continually maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s license. Must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
7. Must have the ability to perform all required duties.
8. Must obtain CDL within one year of employment in this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
Knowledge of safety procedures associated with excavating work; knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and equipment common to excavation, backhoes and water distribution maintenance work; ability to identify unsafe conditions of equipment and facilities and take appropriate action; ability to work independently and with others; knowledge of maintenance practices associated with water distribution facilities; ability to make independent decisions regarding maintenance of facilities and maintenance of equipment; ability to communicate effectively with general public and staff regarding maintenance of water distribution system; and ability and interest to expand knowledge, skills and abilities in performing these tasks.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all-inclusive: Backhoe, trucks of various sizes; hand tools and equipment; chain saws; tractors; general maintenance hand tool; snow and leave removal equipment; power equipped tapping machines; abrasive blade saws; power equipped guillotine saw; hydraulic jacking machine; jack hammers; gas powered electric welders.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORK CONDITIONS:
Has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid and/or windy conditions while working in very physically demanding jobs. Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant elements to include trench work on a regular basis. Shovels dirt and stone, operates equipment, hand and power tools.
RATE OF PAY: $22.8899
SCHEDULE OF HOURS:
Regular work schedule Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST.
**May apply to Daylight Savings Time during appropriate season**
***May be required to work overtime per the union contract***
This position demands off-schedule hours, call-in hours, stand-by work, and other non-routinely scheduled duties. Incumbents must understand that their flexibility is second to the City’s work demands during times of weather or after hour service emergencies.
Qualified candidates should submit a City of Elyria application and updated resume found at www.cityofelyria.org or via e-mail to careers@cityofelyria.org or by mail or in person to ATTN: HR, 131 Court Street, Suite 104, Elyria, OH 44035.