Utility Maintenance Worker

The Department of Technical Services (DTS) Maintenance Worker is a full-time, technical, field position in the Department of Public Works and reports to the Department of Technical Services Crew Lead. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide assistance in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Village’s water distribution system and wastewater collection system. This position performs the full range of water service and collection system inspection, maintenance, installation, and repair assignments as outlined below. Hours are 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 4 days a week.
Workdays may fluctuate on a rotating 10 hour schedule basis with some weekends, holiday, and overtime work required.

Essential Job FunctionsDTS Maintenance Worker – Level I $25.14/hr. - $27.60/hr. PW17

• Utilizes a PC based computer for report generation, database management, SCADA system control monitoring and flow monitoring reports.
• Conducts residential water and sewer meter readings aligned with the applicable Village policies and procedures.
• Performs inspection, maintenance, installation, and repair of the Village’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Safely operates snow removal equipment.
• Utilizes safe practices and takes protective measures as required, including wearing all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Follows all Village policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances.
• Performs other duties and special assignments as directed within the scope of the Public Works Department.

DTS Maintenance Worker – Level II $28.52/hr. - $31.36/hr. PW14In addition to Levels I

• Familiar with the operations, objectives and equipment of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Understands and utilizes Field Logic tools application on PC and Handheld systems.
• Performs water meter installations, inspections, and repairs on commercial and residential meters.
• Familiar with cross connection, well, and sump pump inspections and completes related documentation.
• Maintains, services, and repairs water distribution system assets such as hydrants and mains, valves and valve boxes.
• Completes minor maintenance such as valve exercising and hydrant flushing.
• Monitors and performs preventative maintenance on sewer lines, manholes, and lift stations.
• Conducts basic electrical, sewerage pump failure diagnostics and pump repairs.
• Completes Sanitary Sewer surcharge sampling.
• Ensures correct water meter calibration and completes any applicable documentation.
• Locates and marks underground Utilities including water, sewer, storm water, electrical, low voltage and other Village infrastructure.
• Completes collection of weekly water chlorine residuals as required by DNR.
• Completes collection of pond samples during summer months.

DTS Maintenance Worker – Level III $33.88/hr. - $38.12/hr. PW11In addition to Levels I & II

• Monitors and manages SCADA water and sewer system control.
• Leads major lift station maintenance and water distribution projects and inspections.
• Operates and maintains video truck and equipment.
• Must have the ability to safely operate loader, skid steer, and excavator.

Physical

• Essential job functions of this position require a significant amount of standing, walking, sitting, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and lifting and carrying a range of weight up to 100 pounds.
• Must be capable of physically demanding work in inclement weather for an extended period of time and in areas of noxious odors and smells, in wet or muddy areas, work in close proximity to loud and moving equipment and work in an environment where the noise level is usually moderately loud.
• Must have the ability to recognize possible exposure to carcinogenic dusts such as asbestos, toxic substances such as carbon monoxide, gases such as methane and hydrogen sulfate, or organic solvents either through inhalation or skin contact.
• Frequent public interaction which requires the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Educational, Certifications, and Experience - Level I

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License – Class A or ability to obtain within six months of employment.
• First Aid-CPR Certification required within one year of hire.
• HAZWOPER Training within six months of hire.
• Confined Space Certification required within one year of hire.
• Work Zone Safety Training required within one year of hire.
• Basic SCADA Operation Training within one year of hire.

Educational, Certifications and Experience – Level IIIn addition to Level I

• 1+ years of experience in Public Works Department or related field.
• Competent Person Certification.
• Basic Pump Maintenance Training.
• Basic Sewer Sampler Maintenance Training.
• Winter Operations Salt Reduction Training.
• Grade T (Operator-in-Training) Waterworks Operator Certification.

Educational, Certifications and Experience – Level IIIIn addition to Levels I & II

• 2+ years of experience in Public Works Department or related field.
• Grade 1 Water Distribution Certification.
• PACP, LACP, and MACP Certifications.
• Lab Operator Certification.