Water Systems Maintenance Craftsperson/MEO

Posting Date:

11/18/24

Department:

Water - Distribution

Job Code:

W671 (ID# 1100)

Sequence #:

086, 087, 034

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Additional Work Hours Information:

Monday thru Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. May be called in for emergency response work crews 24/7

Union Affiliation:

Water IWWA

# of openings:

3

Type of Employment:

Regular

Civil Service Type:

Labor Service

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Water System Maintenance Craftsperson performs skilled manual work in the construction, operation and maintenance of water systems including work on reservoirs, water gates, drains, mains and connectors; lays and connects service pipes with street mains and meters; locates and repairs water leaks; installs fire hydrants; operates water gates; turns on water for new service; inspects work of laborers and maintenance workers to see that it conforms with the specifications and blueprints; installs water meters; operates related motor equipment, shuts down mains in the street; assists with snow removal i.e. plowing shoveling; and other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Two years of experience in water works construction or underground utility construction or an equivalent combination of both.
• A valid Grade 1 Distribution (D1) Full Operator certificate or Operator-in-Training certificate may be substituted for the required experience.
• Working knowledge of materials, methods and techniques related to the installation and maintenance of water mains or underground utilities.
• A valid Class D driver's license is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Heavy work involving operating 90 lb. jackhammer, shoveling, lifting, climbing in and out of excavations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Outdoors, varying weather conditions.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (As Outlined in Current Independent Water Workers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement):

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Vacation and sick leave eligible
• Sick Incentive Pay eligible
• 3 Personal Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Eligible for hourly stipends associated with Water Distribution licenses, Hoisting & Engineering licenses and a Commercial Driver's License
• Additional hourly stipend for any overtime hours worked on leaks, snow operations or other emergencies during October - April.

DOCUMENT REQUIRED:

To complete your application, upload the below documents.

• Resume
• Cover Letter

ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City's diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve -- one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at humanresources@cambridgema.gov.