Utility Construction Technician III - CIP

Applicants must apply on-line at our website: www.westernvawater.org/careers

SUMMARY OF JOB

Performs unskilled/skilled work in the repairs/maintenance/construction/ installation of water/sewer lines/facilities/equipment and maintaining water/sanitary sewer service to customers. Performs duties of UCT I, II as needed. Operates dump truck/rubber tired backhoe/mini excavator/skid steer and loader.  Performs general laboring tasks. Installs/repairs water/sewer pipe and fittings without supervision. Services/makes minor repairs/adjustments on equipment. Trains/instructs other crew members in operation of equipment/proper work techniques. Inspects equipment for proper safety and ensures that crew is provided with all necessary equipment for the day's assignment (pitchforks/shovels/wrenches/water cooler/first aid kit/safety flares/ etc.). Maintains accurate log sheets/checklists/other required records. CIP crews do not perform standby/respond to emergencies. May be required to work overtime/extended hours.  Graduation from high school/GED equivalent.  Previous experience preferred. Requires Class A commercial driver's license with air brake/tanker endorsement.  Must pass a hands-on equipment test for rubber tired backhoe, loader, mini excavator and skid steer performed by division. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned or scheduled.

• Performs repairs, maintenance, and construction of water and sewer facilities and equipment and maintaining water and sanitary sewer service to customers including the operation of motorized equipment.
• Operates dump truck, rubber tired backhoe, mini excavator, skid steer and loader in water and sanitary sewer lines repair and construction and combination sewer cleaner in sewer maintenance operations.
• When not operating equipment, performs general laboring tasks.
• Makes repairs and installs water and sanitary sewer lines.
• Performs tasks such as water and sewer line troubleshooting and pipe installation.
• Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Installs and repairs water and sewer pipe and fittings without supervision.
• Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment.
• Trains and instructs other crew members in operation of equipment and proper work techniques.
• Inspects equipment for proper safety and ensures that equipment is provided with all necessary equipment for the day's assignment (i.e., pitchforks, shovels, wrenches, water cooler, first aid kit, safety flares, etc.).
• Maintains accurate log sheets, checklists, and other required records.
• This position will not be required to work standby duty however employees in this position may be required to work over time and extended hours.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May oversee the work of assigned employees.  May assist responsible supervisor in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. May be responsible for crew operation in supervisor’s or crew leader’s absence.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to oversee assigned work of other personnel in assigned area.
• Ability to review and recommend improvements in processes and procedures for assigned area.
• Ability to think logically and comprehend data.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from employees and customers orally or in writing as necessary.
• Ability to represent assigned area in meetings attended.
• Ability to identify problems and/or conflict and seek management assistance in dealing with problems and/or conflicts.
• Ability to analyze and solve technical and administrative problems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps, procedure manuals, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form.
• Ability to write reports, correspondences and procedure manuals in a clear concise manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful working relationships with co-workers, other Water Authority departments and the general public.
• Ability to work alone or in a team environment.
• Must possess and maintain a good work ethic with a strong emphasis on good attendance, reporting to work on time, completing job assignments in a timely manner, maintaining a good work attitude, performing all job duties as assigned and/or scheduled.
• Ability to work varied work shifts including standby and emergency hours as assigned.
• Must successfully complete requirements for UCT Tech III as stated in the Field Operations Supplemental Guidelines.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, plus 0-1 year experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATE, LICENSE, REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

• Requires possession of a valid Class A commercial driver's license with air brake and other appropriate endorsements.
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment date. No more than six (6) demerit points on driving record if required to drive Water Authority vehicles.
• Must pass a hands-on equipment test for rubber tired backhoe, loader, mini excavator and skid steer. Test administered and judged by Field Operations management member.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.                

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. If corrective lenses are noted on driver’s license, the lenses must be worn when operating Authority vehicles.
• Repetitive movement using equipment is involved.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, climb, balance or crawl.
• Employee must be able to stand for an extended amount of time at the jobsite.
• Employee must be physically able to walk several miles during the day.
• Employee must be physically able to regularly reach overhead.
• Employee must regularly lift, carry and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally 100 pounds. Assistance is required on weight amounts above those listed. Failure to do so could result in injury and denied Worker's Compensation benefits.              

WORK ENVIRONMENT ENCOUNTERED IN THIS JOB

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.                

• Employee will be regularly exposure to moderate or high noise level, extreme outside weather conditions, uneven, steep, slippery terrain conditions, dusty conditions and wet and/or humid conditions.
• Employee will be subject to exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment operation.
• Employees will be subject to roadway hazards, i.e. traffic.
• Employee will be subject to outside hazards, i.e. poison ivy, bees, spiders, dirt, animals.
• Employee will be subject to confined areas, i.e. confined spaces, sewer manholes, water vaults, wastewater pits, and/or protected trenches.

GENERAL STATEMENT AND SELECTION GUIDELINES

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work assigned to in this job position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties or tasks performed by personnel so classified.

The following will identify the selection guidelines for job placement:

• WVWA application.
• Rating of education, experience, training and qualifications.
• Reference checks.
• Interview with WVWA management team.
• Applicant must pass a pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol test.
• A criminal background check and social security number verification will be performed. The results must match information provided by the applicant on the WVWA application.
• Job related test might be required and would be administered to all applicants applying for the position.