Utilities Maintenance Person

Utilities Maintenance Person

Utilities Maintenance Person

Salary: $53,307.80 - $67,519.40 / annually, commensurate with experience. Step Salary System to be awarded annually on the anniversary date of hire and would typically start at Step 1. Please note the salary range indicated is firm.

Bargaining Unit: Water and Sewer

Reports To: Works under the direct supervision of the General Foreman or Construction Foreman, following department rules, regulations, safety procedures and policies to complete assignments. Priorities are established by the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibility: N/A

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Water Division

Performs semi-skilled manual work in construction, operation and maintenance of either water and/or sewer systems including, but not limited to, work on reservoirs, water gates, sewers, side sewers, drains, mains, and connectors; cuts, lays and caulks water, sewer or drainpipes, using machine or hand tools to force sealing compound into joints to make them watertight; performs masonry duties in the construction of manholes and other system brickwork structures, works on various types of water pipes (PVC, CI, copper, etc.) and main lines including valves and house service lines; pumps water from trenches; digs, braces, and backfills excavation for the purpose of locating pipe leaks or preparing areas for laying pipes; shuts off and open gates and sidewalk stops; repair or replace worn or broken parts such as pipes in water and sewer systems; installs and/or removes household water meters.

Drives dump truck, boom truck with pipe, pickup truck while towing air compressor; picks up cold patch or asphalt for plant; hauls gravel from screening plant to public work yards and to job sites. Maintains pump stations, water tanks, buildings and gate houses; keeps grounds clean and performs related maintenance work. Jackhammers roads and floors; assists craftsmen. Lifts and carries iron pipes, pumps, generators, gate boxes, cinder blocks, tools, and other heavy objects. Cleans and unblocks sewer clogs; responds to back-ups in homes and businesses; cleans up after back- ups, vacuums cellars and disposes of sewerage; uses specialized equipment in freeing lines, such as jet truck and rodder truck; may work with private contractors to help them avoid hitting water or sewer mains and boxes during construction and excavation; works in trenches and confined spaces to conduct repair and reconstruction work; uses shovel and other tools and equipment during construction and repair work; lifts tools, heavy supplies, manhole covers, grates and other heavy objects; performs other related duties as assigned by the Commissioner, Director of Operations, General Foreman or designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Sewer Division

Performs semi-skilled manual work relating to installation, maintenance and repair of the water supply system, water mains and services; performs semi-skilled manual work in construction, operation and maintenance of either water and/or sewer systems including, but not limited to, work on reservoirs, water gates, sewers, side sewers, drains, mains, and connectors; cuts, lays and caulks water, sewer or drainpipes, using machine or hand tools to force sealing compound into joints to make them watertight; performs masonry duties in the construction of manholes and other system brickwork structures, works on various types of water pipes (PVC, CI, copper, etc.) and main lines including valves and house service lines; pumps water from trenches; digs, braces, and backfills excavation for the purpose of locating pipe leaks or preparing areas for laying pipes; shuts off and opens gates and sidewalk stops; repair or replace worn or broken parts such as pipes in water and sewer systems; installs and/or removes household water meters; marks locations of water mains and services.

Drives dump truck, boom truck with pipe, pickup truck while towing air compressor; picks up cold patch or asphalt for plant; hauls gravel from screening plant to public work yards and to job sites. Maintains pump stations, water tanks, buildings and gate houses; keeps grounds clean and performs related maintenance work. Jackhammers roads and floors; assists craftsmen. Lifts and carries iron pipes, pumps, generators, gate boxes, cinder blocks, tools, and other heavy objects. Cleans and unblocks sewer clogs; responds to back-ups in homes and businesses; cleans up after back- ups, vacuums cellars and disposes of sewerage; uses specialized equipment in freeing lines, such as jet truck and rodder truck; may work with private contractors to help them avoid hitting water or sewer mains and boxes during construction and excavation; works in trenches and confined spaces to conduct repair and reconstruction work; uses shovel and other tools and equipment during construction and repair work; lifts tools, heavy supplies, manhole covers, grates and other heavy objects; performs other related duties as assigned by the Commissioner, Director of Operations, General Foreman or designee.

Requirements

Qualifications Required at Hire: High school diploma required; technical training in the use of tools and construction equipment desired; two years of construction experience; experience laying pipe and performing related work; experience operating heavy motor equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements: Valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License Class B with air brakes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of techniques of construction and the operation of maintenance equipment Knowledge of safety practices and procedures Ability to perform heavy construction work Ability to solve construction related problems Ability to operate heavy and other motor equipment, power, pneumatic and hand tools, and specialized equipment Ability to support and create a welcoming culture of diversity, equity and inclusion amongst diverse audiences, including department staff, elected officials, and the public

Physical Demands: Work is performed outside and requires strenuous physical effort. Frequently required to use hands to operate equipment, walk, stand, sit, speak, hear, reach with hands and arms, balance, crouch, crawl, stoop, climb, and work in confined spaces. Stamina is required to work in adverse weather conditions. Required to lift or move items weighing up to sixty pounds. Physical ability to use power and hand tools, drive motor vehicles, operate and drive various pieces of special maintenance equipment. Vision requirements include the ability to operate vehicles and equipment.

Work Environment: Work is performed outside, with exposure to constant loud noise and potential exposure to equipment with moving mechanical parts; outdoor work may be performed in adverse weather conditions, with exposure to hazards associated with chemicals, sewerage, heavy equipment. Workload is subject to seasonal fluctuations often requiring emergency responses to broken pipes and back-ups. Operates a variety of special motor equipment and other equipment, such as trucks and other heavy and light equipment. The employee also operates various hand, power and pneumatic tools, and specialized equipment such as jet trucks, rodder trucks and compressors. Generally, has contact with other City employees, utility personnel and contractors. Errors could result in personal injury, injury to others, delay or loss of service and damage to buildings or equipment.

Additional Information: Comprehensive Benefits

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Brockton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other protected class or any other basis covered by appropriate law. The City of Brockton complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the City operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator, Eisha George, Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

As a condition of employment, the City of Brockton will conduct a comprehensive background check review which includes a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI), once an offer has been accepted.

Section 2-110 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Brockton mandates that employees establish residency within the City within one year of hire.

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