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Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Water/Wastewater Supervisor, the Utilities Operator I is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of the Citys collection system, distribution system, and wastewater treatment facility. The position is a non-exempt position under FLSA

Essential Functions:

• Operates Wastewater Treatment Facility to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitors and maintains Public Works, Water, and Wastewater equipment.
• Takes water, wastewater, and sludge samples for laboratory testing.
• Maintains lift stations.
• Loads and hauls sludge and collects samples for laboratory testing.
• Cleans and repairs pumps and other wastewater facility equipment.
• Responds to various alarms.
• Inspects Water and Wastewater equipment for malfunctions.
• Cleans and performs preventative maintenance for water and wastewater facilities.
• Operates department equipment including mowers, loaders, tractors, and trucks.
• Installs and repairs water and sewer lines and services.
• Reads water meters and performs maintenance on meters and vaults.
• Helps in the maintenance and upkeep of all City buildings and property, including lawn maintenance, water and sewer maintenance and street maintenance as deemed necessary or assigned.
• Follows safety policies and procedures.
• Must maintain absolute confidentiality of information, data and records obtained through or because of employment with the city.

Marginal Functions:

• Locates utility access holes and sewer lines.
• Assists in the repair of water leaks and installation of new lines.
• Assist other departments within Public Works.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

Working Conditions:

• While performing essential functions of this position the employee may encounter exposure to adverse weather conditions due to temperature extremes, rain, snow, ice, and confined space.
• May have exposure to blood borne pathogens, hazardous chemicals, heavy machinery, and fumes.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional maximum lift of 80 lbs. from floor to 62 high
• Occasional maximum lift of 40 lbs. floor to overhead
• Frequent maximum lift of 34 lbs. floor to shoulder
• Occasional maximum carry of 80 lbs.
• Occasional maximum carry 60 lbs.
• Frequent maximum carry of 40 lbs.
• Occasional maximum horizontal push/pull force of 150 lbs.
• Occasional maximum vertical pull force of 65 lbs. at 58 high
• Occasional maximum vertical pull force of 90 lbs. at ground height
• Frequent push/pull force of 30 lbs.
• Frequent maximum grip force 65 lbs.
• Constant maximum grip force 10 lbs.
• Frequent climb up to 24 high
• Frequent forward reach
• Occasional overhead reach
• Frequent bend and crouch
• Occasional crouch/kneel/crawl
• frequent balance
• Frequent neck rotation
• Frequent bilateral hand coordination
• Frequent exposure to whole body vibration
• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking.

Problem Solving:

• Occasional independent problem solving is a factor.
• Encounters problems with equipment malfunctions, sewer line backups, water leaks and power failures.

Supervision:

• Works under the direction of the Water/Sewer Supervisor.
• Must be available for on-call, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Must be able to pass an extensive background check, drug screen and physical.