Water Distribution Operator II

Department: Department of Public Works
Job Status: Full-Time
Days Worked: (Monday - Friday)
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a full-time position offering competitive benefits and offers a starting annual hiring range of $ $31.53 per hour ($48,800 - $65,582 annually) depending on experience and/or qualifications.

WATER DISTRIBUTION OPERATOR II
Public Works Department
FLSA – Non-Exempt
Grade 7

JOB SUMMARY:
Skilled technical and laboring work in the repair, maintenance, and servicing the Town's water distribution systems, and in the operation and preventive maintenance of specialized equipment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general supervision of the Water Division Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Generally none. May assist or train lower level or new employees.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Installs, maintains, and services the Town's water system, including hydrants, water mains, and water meters; lays water pipe; Responds to water line breaks, locating, repairing and/or replacing water mains and lines (including ensuring that joints are properly sealed and bed trench is properly prepared and backfilled accordingly).
• Operates and conducts preventive maintenance of specialized equipment used in the performance of duties.
• May be assigned responsibility for collateral responsibilities, such as the Meter Replacement Program, the Hydrant Repair Program, Equipment Maintenance, and/or the Backflow program.
• May perform water sampling and/or snow plowing.
• Responds to emergency situations and takes part in On-Call after hours rotation.
• Performs similar or related work as necessary or directed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent PLUS three (3) to five (5) years of experience in construction or public water system maintenance; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Grade 3 Water Distribution Operators License
• Valid Massachusetts Hoisting License 2A
• Valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License, Class B with Air Brake endorsement
• Valid Asbestoses Removal, Backflow Testing, OR Cross Connection Certifications
• Ability and willingness to participate in On-Call after hours rotation
• Considerable knowledge of the operating and maintenance procedures of municipal water supply systems
• Skill in operating various types of water works-related equipment
• Ability to assemble, disassemble, and repair hydrants and water meters; Ability to isolate and repair broken water mains
• Knowledge of operation and repair of motor equipment; Mechanical skills
• Ability to understand and follow mandated safety protocols
• Ability to perform strenuous laboring work
• Ability to work independently
• Good mathematics skills
• Computer skills
• Customer service skills

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Ability to successfully pass a CORI background check and driver's license check.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Hand, power, and pneumatic tools; jack hammers; tapping machines; various pipe cutting tools; light and heavy trucks; computer; basic computer software; telephone; copier/fax/scanner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Moderate to strenuous physical effort is generally required to perform duties. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, speak and hear, use hands to operate equipment, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch and reach with hands and arms. The employee is routinely required to lift objects weighing up to 60 pounds. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine documents and operate motor vehicles and other equipment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Some work is performed in town residences. Most work is performed outside, with exposure to constant loud noise and potential exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, and equipment with moving mechanical parts, and in confined spaces; outdoor work may be performed in adverse weather conditions, with exposure to hazards associated with chemicals, trenches, construction sites, near moving mechanical parts and equipment operation.
Workload is subject to seasonal and unplanned fluctuations; the employee is frequently on call after hours and is required to respond to emergency situations.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The Town enjoys a long tradition of active, participatory, & professional government, and seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community.

Smoking Policy
Pursuant to the Massachusetts General Laws, smoking is not allowed in Town buildings. Also, Massachusetts General Laws state that no person who smokes any tobacco product shall be eligible for appointment as a police officer or firefighter.

Background Check
All candidates that are offered a position with the Town must successfully complete a background investigation, which may include a pre-employment physical, pre-placement drug test, CORI and SORI checks.