(DMWII)-Distribution Maintenance Worker II (Dump Truck)

Job Information

Job Title : Distribution Maintenance Worker II (Dump Truck)

Department : Distribution

Reporting Relationship : District Supervisor-Maintenance

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Grade : E

General Responsibilities:

Assist leak, dump truck, field, valve and construction crews in installing, repairing and maintaining the underground water mains pipes in the distribution system. Responsible for the maintenance of rights-a-way, potable and raw water mains.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist leak crews in locating and repairing leaks within the distribution system, including digging, shoring, testing and handling pipe
• Perform manual excavations of main or service pipe, trenches and ditches, including backfilling once work is completed
• Operate air tools and light-duty mechanical construction equipment
• Perform maintenance work involved in pipe corrosion protection operations such as applying green line, fiberglass mastic, etc
• Prepare piping for repair and joining
• Assist in maneuvering heavy objects such as pipe, fittings, and valves; assist in measuring and cutting pipe for leak repairs; apply coating materials to pipelines; pour and drive lead in pipe joints
• Replace curb stops and copper installations, restore paving and concrete, repair sleeves and landscaping
• Operate equipment related to appurtenances and construction for the repair of water mains and its appurtenances Operate mowing equipment such as riding mowers, string trimmers and push mowers to maintain transmission water mains and rights-of-way
• Install clamps on breaks, replace service lines and shut off valves for repairs
• Install service taps with tapping machines for fire hydrants, domestic and fire services
• Maintain traffic control in the work area using flags to ensure a safe working environment
• Replace and install meter boxes as needed
• Work an on-call rotating schedule outside the regular schedule on a rotating basis
• Operate the assigned vehicle, keep it clean and report all mechanical problems Maintain a valid driver's license
• Adhere to all traffic laws and safety policies and procedures when driving company vehicles
• Maintain the vehicle stocked with equipment, supplies, tools and other equipment
• Perform all work safely in accordance with established safety policies and procedures Comply with all safety and health standards and guidelines issued by management
• Perform other duties as assigned
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Essential Job Functions Con't Essential Job Functions Con't Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications Valid Drivers License required Valid CDL class A preferred or ability to obtain within 18 months of employment Valid commercial drivers license (CDL) class B required ADEM Grade 1 Certification preferred Experience:

Six (6) months of manual labor experience required.

Supervision:

None

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or sit for extended periods
• Reaching by excreting hand(s) or arms(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity is required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal parameters
• Ability to move about
• Ability to lift 100 pounds

Working Environment:

• Loud noise; work indoors and outdoors, exposed to extreme hot/cold/wet weather conditions

• Work in proximity to operating machinery, traffic, and rural/wooded areas to locate valves

• Confined spaces