Utility Worker I (Water)

About Us:

The City of Fulton owns a municipal water system that currently serves approximately 5,000 customers. The water system is comprised of six deep wells located throughout the City, eight booster pumps, three elevated towers, three ground storage facilities, and a network of approximately 90 miles of distribution mains. The elevated towers have a storage capacity of 1.5 million gallons, and the ground storage facilities have a capacity of 3.06 million gallons.

 

Benefits We Offer to Full-Time Employees:

• City paid insurance premiums for the employee (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid time off (Vacation, Sick Leave, Family Leave)
• 15 Paid Holidays
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability)
• Free Legends Rec-Plex membership
• Overtime (as needed)
• Lagers retirement with employer match
• Nationwide retirement with employer match
• Discounts for local restaurants
• Plus, so much more...

 

Position Overview:

Position assists with on-going water line operations. Installs, maintains and repairs water & sewer pipelines, taps, valves, meter services, fire hydrants, and manholes, evacuate and shore trenches, backfill, cut, patch, repair and resurface streets. 

Experience, Education, and Training:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of the operation/maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Excellent customer service skills.

R equirements:

• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and submit to periodic drug testing as required by applicable laws.
• May be required to work weekends or a variety of shifts.
• Subject to emergency call-in.
• At least 18 years of age. 
• Must have no felony convictions.
• Must have a valid CDL (A or B) Drivers' License or must take and pass, at minimum, the written portion of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) exam (permit) within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain a class "B" CDL at a minimum within the 6-month probationary period.

Essential Functions:

1. Receives notification of maintenance projects, and determines appropriate tools, equipment and supplies needed to complete the assignment assuring for thoroughness and safety.
2. Surveys the job site to secure area and posts signs assuring for safety. 
3. Operates or assists in excavation procedures following all safety precautions.
4. Determines specific area of lines to be repaired/maintained and performs maintenance assuring for compliance with State Dept of Natural Resources and City regulations.
5. Deals with the public, contractors and internal staff in a professional and courteous manner.
6. Responds to requests by immediate supervisor in an accurate, complete and timely manner.
7. Performs procedures in a skilled manner: hand digs around existing utilities to ensure that no lines are damaged, install all lines to the proper depth, ensures that all repairs are correct and complete, including properly installing stainless steel clamps.
8. Secures incomplete job sites at the close of the day, assuring for public safety and security of the project.
9. Follows all safety procedures including the use of all safety equipment. 
10. Assists in completing any required follow-up and paperwork steps to complete project. 

Abilities:

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate vehicles and equipment with both standard and automatic transmissions.
• Accurately document and maintain simple records and logs as well as brief reports.
• Read and apply instructions.
• Communicate effectively verbally.
• Effectively welcome and embrace differences among employees and citizens.
• Perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the City's stated mission and philosophy.
• Present an overall professional image.
• Deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public.
• Perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self or others. 

Other Requirements:

Environment

• Above average accessibility of all work sites required for the position.
• Above average exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
• Above average exposure to chemicals and fumes.
• Average exposure to heights and darkness.
• Above average exposure to work safety hazards.
• Average amount of overtime/extended work hours required.
• Above average exposure to dust and loud noises.
• Above average exposure to cramped spaces. 

Physical

• Normal physical mobility: movement from place to place on the job, considering distance and speed.
• Normal physical agility: ability to maneuver body while in place.
• Normal physical strength to handle routine office materials and tools.
• Normal physical strength to handle 50 lb. objects, considering frequency.
• Normal endurance and dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Normal physical balance: ability to maintain balance and physical control.
• Normal coordination, including eye/hand, hand/foot, etc.