Water Operator

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

This position works under the direction of the Public Works Director and the Water Superintendent. Responsibilities include daily operating a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City streets, right-of-way, and storm water drainage systems of the City.

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Inspect, maintain and / or repair utility infrastructure, including water lines, sewer lines and pressure irrigation systems.
• Perform required labor involved in construction, reconstruction, and maintenance projects, including pavement repair, ditch digging, pipe laying, and sampling.
• Traverse assigned routes by foot and / or vehicle, take readings of water meter dials, and input accurate data.
• Perform water service disconnects, reconnects, and new service orders, and handle complaints.
• Maintain a variety of records relating to inspections, maintenance activities, water meter testing, consumption, etc.
• Determine the locations of utility lines prior to excavation.
• Contact and provide notices to residents and business owners in areas where water service will be interrupted.
• Drive trucks of various sizes and weights and operate a variety of powered construction and maintenance equipment.
• Communicate with co-workers, citizens, and others in a courteous and professional manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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WORKING CONDITIONS

DISCLAIMER

The City of Pleasant Grove is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, or any other factor protected by the law. Reasonable accommodations may be made for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major responsibilities and duties performed on the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job-related duties and responsibilities that an employee may perform. An employee in this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This job description is not intended to and does not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

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