Utility Maintenance Worker - Bethel, United States - City of Bethel, AK

Description

Utility Maintenance Worker


Department:
Public Works - Utility Maintenance


Compensation:
$23.85+/hour, DOQ


Hours:
40 per week/overtime eligible


Deadline:
Open until filled


Position Objectives:

Under the supervision of the Utility Maintenance Foreman, performs preventive maintenance and routine/emergency repairs of the City's water and wastewater systems and associated physical structures (pump-house, lift stations, water plants, etc.).

Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions

• Maintains and repairs water and sewage lines.
• Monitors, maintains and repairs lift stations and components.
• Inspects water and wastewater systems and identifies maintenance needs; clears sewage line blockages, repairs leaks and breaks.
• Reads and records monthly water meter readings.
• Connects and disconnects customer water services.
• Collects water and sewer samples for lab testing.
• Maintains sewer lagoon and operates discharge pump.
• Maintains and services a variety of test equipment and hand and power tools.
• Ensures that proper safety precautions are followed.
• Operates a variety of City vehicles and power equipment.
• Ensures scheduled preventative maintenance is performed on building systems.
• Secures equipment upon completion of the work.
• Maintains basic logs and records related to work performed; may use a mobile device to lookup or input data related to the work.
• Responds to emergencies on a 24-hour basis as assigned.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the City by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience and/or Education:

• High School Diploma, GED, and six months related experience or training
• This position requires the possession of a valid drivers license.

Desirable Training and Experience:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Methods and materials used in general building and above-ground and underground facilities maintenance and repair work.
• Plumbing systems, pumps and controls.
• Operation and capability of various trucks and light construction equipment.
• Operation and maintenance of a variety of hand, power and shop tools used in a variety of trade areas.
• Shop mathematics.
• Safety principles, practices and equipment related to the work.
• Basic record keeping practices.
• Basic IT systems and mobile device applications.
• Materials, methods, and equipment used in road construction, maintenance and repair in specific areas of assignment.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Performing general maintenance work, individually or as a member of a crew, in various areas, depending upon the project to which assigned.
• Operating and maintaining specialized tools and equipment of a variety of mechanical, electrical and facilities maintenance trades.
• Measuring and calculating angles, lengths and volumes.
• Estimating necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
• Reading and interpreting manuals and specifications.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Recognizing potentially hazardous situations on the job site and taking appropriate action.
• Safely using and maintaining hand and power tools related to the work.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.

Benefits:

City of Bethel employee benefits include:

• Health insurance (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits) for you and qualifying family members. Eligibility begins the first of the month following thirty (30) consecutive days of employment.
• Life insurance, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance. Eligibility begins the first of the month following thirty (30) consecutive days of employment.
• Retirement: Alaska Public Employees Retirement System Plan (PERS). Eligibility begins the first day of hire.
• Voluntary participation in a City-sponsored deferred compensation plan. Eligibility begins the first day of hire.
• Generous paid time away from work including paid holidays, a floating vacation day, and accrual of annual leave. (1 year = 8 hrs, 1-2 years = 10 hrs, 2-5 years = 11 hrs, 5-10 years = 12 hrs, 10-15 years = 13 hrs, 15+ = 14 hrs accrual rate)
• Utility Benefit: You may qualify for a reduced rate for water, sewer, and garbage services.

Before you final submit your application have you:
1) Ensured you have read the announcement carefully, addressing the essential functions, minimal requirements and KSA's?

2) Do you have a valid drivers license?

3) Have you listed 3 references (minimum)?

At time of interview applicant must submit:

• List of three (3) references with current daytime phone numbers.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in an office setting and an outdoor setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 100 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an outdoor or indoor office setting.

Travel required to locations throughout the City; exposure to adverse environmental conditions; exposure to dust, gasses, and fumes.


More Information:

Submit completed and signed original City application form available at , resume, and three professional references to, Director Human Resources, 300 State Highway, P.O.

Box 1388, Bethel, AK 99559, email , phone