Water Services Division Utility Worker

Department: Public Works Reports To: Wastewater Foreman & Water Distribution Foreman FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Effective Date: 06/26/2023 GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs skilled cleaning, repair, inspection, and maintenance work of the City’s water and sewer system and pump stations; operates a variety of equipment in the construction, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water and wastewater facilities and systems; and maintains and repairs the water and treatment plant facility and fixtures as needed/require.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.
Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.
Sewer: Performs sewer line, pump station, and point repair and maintenance including cleaning and root cut with the Jet-Vac truck; operates a variety of equipment and machinery in performing tasks; completes work zone safety form and ensure safety of crew and integrity of repairs; troubleshoots, cleans, repairs, and replaces vacuum pumps, plumbing, probes, floats, and water separators; changes pump seals; removes pump impeller obstructions; vacuums wet wells; and troubleshoots and repairs the electrical systems.
Repairs manholes; replaces damaged lids, frames, metal and concrete rings and seals with pressure grout; raises manholes to grade; conducts televising with push camera of sewer mains for obstructions and damage; digs ditches; constructs safety shoring to repair sewer mains; and repairs service lines and reconnects to the sewer main.
Monitors creeks and streams for pollution and dumping; and performs fence and gate repairs as needed; assists the Engineering Department on sewer line installation and inspection; assists contractors with troubleshooting and repairs of facility and pump stations; and assists with large scale sewer televising operations; repairs and constructs concrete encasements around sewer main in the creeks; rip-rap creeks to protect encasements; sets up forms and puts down rock; pours concrete for driveways and sidewalks; monitors sewer flow and downloads data logs on laptop computer; Water: Repairs water breaks; performs water taps; digs up and replaces water pits; and lays sod for water breaks.
Performs turn off and turn on of customer’s water; responds and replies to customer complaints and concerns; and locates water utilities and lines for customer requests.
Takes water samples from several areas in the city and forwards to the State; tests water meters for customers; exercise water main valves; inspects fire hydrants to ensure they are working properly; and inspects and cleans pump stations.
Trains new employees as needed; and inspects and cleans all water division properties.
All: Responds and troubleshoots odor calls from residents; installs and repairs facility water lines (fresh and effluent); repairs facility fixtures, toilets, urinals, sinks, and lighting; marks sewer and water lines for Missouri One Call; performs other minor facility upkeep and repairs such as painting and fiberglass repair; and maintains all equipment, small engine repairs, tune-ups, oil and filter changes.
Plows snow, mows, weeds, trims trees and performs tree removal around grounds, facilities, and fire hydrants; and unloads heavy parts and materials needed at the facility.
Assists other municipalities in emergency repairs, pump station and culverts repairs and maintenance.
Supports the relationship between the City of Belton and the constituent population by providing excellent customer service; promotes the City goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records and City information; and performs related duties as required or assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Operations, services, and activities of a City Public Works Department and water/wastewater operations and maintenance functions preferred.
Effective communication principles and practices.
Basic records management methods and techniques.
Computer applications such as word processing, and spreadsheets.
Safe operation of various construction equipment and hand tools associated with water/wastewater maintenance and repair functions and excavation equipment.
Reviewing, reading, analyzing, and interpreting equipment repair and maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings preferred.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED.
Possession of a valid Class B State Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes within six months of hire; other licenses/certifications such as Wastewater Class D License, Distribution System Operator III License, and Voluntary Collection Systems Certificate may be required within a specific time period after hire.
Physical Requirements: This position is required to perform physical activities ranging from lifting large, heavy objects up to 80lbs.
Being regularly exposed to dangerous machinery; being exposed to potential physical harm; and working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.