(UWKA)-Utility Worker II
Location : Birmingham, AL, US, 35222
Company : Birmingham Water Works
Job Information
Job Title : Utility Worker II
Department : Distribution / Fire Hydrants
Reporting Relationship : Field Supervisor
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Grade : I
Shift : Mon-Fri, 6 : 30am-3pm
General Responsibilities :
Under general supervision locate the installation and maintenance of water main, valves, services, meter boxes, vaults, loops, fire hydrants, etc. in the Distribution System with maximum efficiency and safety for the general public. Serve in a lead role in reference to the Utility Worker I regarding the efficient location and maintenance in the Distribution System.
Essential Job Functions :
- Within Distribution System Responsible for promoting customer relations Restore paving and concrete Install bracing, blocking and strap fittings, pipes, valves, cut and ccp mains Operate heavy equipment such as pumps and pipe cutting hand tools, and air compressors Operate Backhoes and Trackhoes Flush mains and service lines after water mains have been installed
- Operate all BWWB vehicles and heavy equipment as required Calculate the requirements and requisition concrete, road gravel, fill sand and asphalt Responsible for landscaping Ability to read valve map detail map and shut off water as needed Maintain and replace fire hydrants, and also meet with Fire Department officials when needed Serve on the On-Call rotation list for maintenance of the Distribution System
- May be required to work an on-call schedule outside of normal schedule on a rotating basis as directed Ability to use the jackhammer daily Perform other duties as directed..
Education :
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Certifications :
Valid Driver's License required
Valid commercial driver's licenses (CDL) class A required
Grade I Water Certification (preferred)
Experience :
Four years construction experience required; previous experience in leak repairs required. Basic Computer skills preferred; excellent customer relation skills and communication skills are a plus
Supervision : None
Physical Demands :
Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of timeReaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any directionFinger dexterity required to manipulated objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboardCommunication skills using the spoken wordAbility to see within normal parametersAbility to hear within normal rangeAbility to move aboutWorking Environment :
Indoors and outdoors; Loud NoiseAbility to work near moving mechanical partsOutdoors exposed to extreme hot / cold and or wet weather conditions.