Utilities Worker - (Sewer/Collections Division)

Utilities Worker

The City of Liberty is seeking a motivated and dependable Utilities Worker to join our Utilities team. This position will primarily work in our Collection/Sewer Division, but will be cross-trained in other areas to assist the organization in emergency call-out situations. We welcome applications from entry-level individuals eager to learn as well as experienced professionals looking to advance their careers.

In this role, you'll be responsible for a variety of tasks such as the construction, maintenance and repair of city sanitary sewer and city water infrastructure.

Schedule & Benefits

• Monday Friday
• 7:00am 3:30pm
• On-call rotation every 4-5 weeks, with minimum call-out pay
• Overtime, as required
• Uniform & protective clothing annual allowance (which includes pants, boots, shirts, hats and, outerwear & more)
• Generous paid time off (including vacation time, sick time, and comp time)
  • Accruals start on 1st paycheck!
• FREE individual and family health insurance
• FREE individual dental and vision insurance
• FREE retirement plan benefits
• See Benefits tab above for a full list of benefits

Sewer Division duties may include:

• Maintaining and repairing sewer mains, manholes, and service laterals
• Operating sewer cleaning and inspection equipment (jetting, rodding, CCTV)
• Assisting with inflow and infiltration investigations
• Supporting emergency response to sewer backups or overflows

General Utilities Responsibilities:

• Operating utility trucks, equipment, and hand tools safely and effectively
• Following established safety procedures and regulatory requirements
• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Participating in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours emergencies when assigned
• Completing documentation, work reports, and asset data entry
• Perform construction and maintenance activities in assigned Division.
• Break and repair concrete and asphalt surfaces; excavate and replace concrete, dig ditches, backfill trenches and holes.
• Pour concrete for construction projects; assist in the repair of curbs, streets, sidewalks and other related areas.
• Install street barricades and cones prior to the performance of utilities repair activities; direct and control traffic around work sites and streets.
• Maintain assigned vehicles, tools and equipment needed for maintenance and repair; make minor repairs; report major repairs to supervisor.
• Maintain records and logs of all work performed and supplies used.
• Proactively engage and interact with citizens to ensure their customer experience leaves a positive impact.
• Required participation in the Utilities Department On-Call Standby Rotation.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• No experience required, though some experience performing water distribution and/or sewer infrastructure maintenance is desirable.
• Equivalent to a high school diploma/GED
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with air brake and tank endorsement (within 6-12 months of employment). All CDL training will be provided and paid for by the City of Liberty.
• Required Completion of City provided training and certifications for Temporary Traffic Control/Flagger, Trenching Shoring Competent Person, Permit
• Required Confined Space Entry (within 1 year of employment).

A typical starting pay rate is $22/hour, for individuals without related work experience. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

The City of Liberty adheres to a drug-free workplace as defined by federal law.