Utility Maintenance Worker I or II

UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER I-II

DEPARTMENT Utilities

REPORTS TO Utility Maintenance Worker III

FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt

PAY RANGE No CDL - Grade 12 $15.93, CDL - Grade 14 $17.03

REVISED October 8, 2026

SAFETY SENSITIVE Yes -- DOT

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING FOR SHAWNEE

COMMUNITY. SERVICE. OPPORTUNITY. Make a direct difference in a community built on small-town values, continuous improvement, and trusted public service.

Benefits that support you. Eligible employees may receive:

• Group medical insurance with a City contribution toward premiums, plus dental and vision coverage.
• City-provided life insurance and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Vacation accrual starting at 3.08 hours per pay period and sick leave at 4.62 hours per pay period for eligible full-time employees.
• 12 City-paid holidays each year.
• OMRF retirement participation for full-time employees with City contributions based on service, plus optional 457 plans.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services for eligible employees and household members.
• Job-related training and tuition reimbursement opportunities, subject to approval and available budget.

Benefits are subject to eligibility, plan terms, City policy, and change. See the current Employee Handbook, Benefits Guide, or Human Resources for details.

SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION

This classification is a \"safety sensitive\" position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. As a safety-sensitive classification, the employee is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license does not excuse an employee from the testing process or from the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs manual and semi-skilled tasks in the assigned Water and/or Sewer Utility System. Work may vary, and individual judgment is limited within prescribed standards and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes knowledge of water and sewer line construction and maintenance.
• Troubleshoots minor mechanical equipment problems and locates causes of water quality complaints.
• Prepares a daily log of own activities.
• Performs physical labor tasks, including shoveling, loading, and hauling gravel.
• Operates a jackhammer, excavates trenches, and installs shoring.
• Repairs and replaces fire hydrants and notifies the fire department when fire hydrants are out of service.
• Inspects taps made by contractors to maintain quality control of the taping processes.
• Relieves sewer line stoppages by operating a hydro-flusher to clear pipe of congesting materials; cleans and repairs manholes.
• Maintains, locates, raises to grade, and marks water main valves; assists in valve and water line mapping.
• Keeps water distribution and sewer systems operating efficiently and assists in the repair of water and sewer line breaks.
• Contact with others is incidental to the performance of duties and requires common courtesy and relaying of information.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Follows all applicable safety procedures, uses proper safety equipment, and operates assigned equipment in a safe manner.
• Keeps water distribution and sewer systems operating efficiently and assists in the repair of water and sewer line breaks.
• May operate a City owned vehicle when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess and maintain a valid Oklahoma CDL Class A License within one year of employment and maintain the license throughout employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid ODEQ Class D Water and Wastewater Certificate within one year of employment and maintain the certification throughout employment.
• Graduation from High School or its equivalent
• One year of progressive work experience, preferably in the operation and maintenance of equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to use proper safety equipment and follow established safety procedures to prevent injury.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Troubleshoots and locates causes of water quality complaints.
• Troubleshoots minor mechanical equipment problems.
• Utilizes knowledge of water and sewer line construction and maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Schedule: Performs standby and callback work during off-duty hours.

Work Environment: Work is performed in uncontrollable working conditions, including inclement weather, heat, cold, dampness, and hazardous chemicals. Work may also involve pollution and noise.

Physical Demands: Physical demands include bending, stooping, climbing, twisting, reaching, walking on rough or uneven terrain, kneeling, and pulling or lifting up to 60 pounds (or greater with assistance).

Location: This position is on-site only . Remote or hybrid work is not available for this role.

SUPERVISION

Responsibility for the work of others: None.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform any non-essential job duties

Contact

Contact:
City of Shawnee- HR
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Deadline for Applying: Open until filled