The Birmingham Water Works Board
Location: Birmingham,AL, USA
Date: 2024-12-16T11:40:34Z
Job Description:
Job InformationJob Title: Utility Worker II-LeaksDepartment: DistributionReporting Relationship: District Supervisor-ConstructionFLSA Status: Non-ExemptGrade: ISHIFT: Weekend Shift (Days)General ResponsibilitiesInstall and maintain water mains, valves, services, meter boxes, vaults, loops, fire hydrants, etc., with maximum efficiency and safety for the general public. Serve in a lead role when working with Utility Worker I regarding efficient location and maintenance.Essential Job Functions* Locate leaks and lines accurately to minimize unnecessary excavation and repair costs.* Train new employees as needed.* Operate equipment such as pumps, pipe-cutting hand tools, air compressors and radio, including heavy equipment as needed.* Repair leaks on mains, replace curb stops and copper installations, and repair sleeves and split sleeves.* Install bracing, blocking and strap fittings, pipes, valves, cut and cap mains.* Calculate the requirements and requisition concrete, road gravel, fill sand and asphalt.* Flush mains and service lines after water mains have been installed or repaired.Essential Job Functions Con't* Maintain and replace fire hydrants, notify the supervisor of fire hydrant part changes and meet with Fire Department officials when needed.* Replace and restore paving, concrete and landscaping.* Read and use maps to locate lines and valves to shut off the water as needed* Replace and repair service lines and install and replace meter boxes as needed* Communicate with customers by providing excellent customer service while performing duties.* Track leak order tickets, reactivate service, and perform disconnect for non-payment.* Perform disconnect for non-payment and reactivate services.* Maintain traffic control in the work area using flags to ensure a safe working environment.Essential Job Functions Con't* 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* Work an on-call rotating schedule outside the regular schedule on a rotating basis.* 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.EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent required.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Valid Alabama Drivers LicenseValid commercial driver's license (CDL) class A requiredGrade I Water Certification (preferredExperienceTwo (2) years of construction or mechanical experience required; previous experience in leak repairs required. Basic computer skills preferred; excellent customer relation and communication skills preferred.SupervisionNONEPhysical Demands* Ability to stand, walk 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 poundsWork 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
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