Utilities Support Worker II
Annapolis, Maryland
Employer: Transforce
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Position Description
This posting will be used to fill a Full-time, Permanent, Safety-Sensitive, Utility Support Worker II position in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Utility Operations in the Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Division.
As of July 6, 2023, the new pay scale will be $20.15 - 31.37
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
This is manual labor in the performance of semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of water distribution and Wastewater Collection systems.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
An employee in this position normally works as part of a crew in performing repair and various maintenance assignments. The complexity of work entails cutting and installing water and sewer pipes that are damaged or broken; operating motor vehicles and equipment; and testing, repairing and inspecting, and maintaining components of the Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection systems.
Personal contacts include responding to the public on the nature and purpose of the work being performed. The work is physical requiring the lifting of heavy pipes, operating heavy equipment, and working in trenches. The hazards of work include working in confined spaces and exposure to contagious diseases.
An employee works in all types of weather conditions and must be able to respond to work emergencies outside of the scheduled work hours. Work performance is reviewed and evaluated by a supervisor.
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Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in this class).
Performs manual labor and semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of Water distribution and Wastewater Collection systems by manually digging and backfilling trenches, constructing shoring, laying water pipes, cutting pipes to specific measurements, connecting replacement pipes with specialized clamps and couplings.
Drives a dump truck with a trailer that is used for hauling a backhoe to a work site, and operates a front-end loader.
Operates, as instructed and trained, various types of mobile cleaning equipment (vactor truck, wash truck, rodder truck) to clean the wastewater collection infrastructure (main sewer lines and wet wells)
Operates a variety of power equipment and hand tools to include chain saws, pipe saws, jackhammers, picks, shovel, and rakes.
Operates valve testing equipment, exercises valves, and tests to determine operating condition.
Operates vehicles and equipment during snow removal operations.
Serves as a work leader of a crew as required.
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the proper practices and procedures in the repair, maintenance, and testing of the Water distribution and Wastewater collections system.
Knowledge in preparing trenches so that the work can be performed properly and in accordance with safety regulations and construction standards.
Knowledge in the operation of vehicles, power equipment, tools, and testing devices used to operate Water and Wastewater facilities and structures.
Knowledge of Water and Wastewater Air Release Valve repair and operation.
Knowledge of water and wastewater hydraulics, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and building and ground maintenance and repair.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Ability to use a computer and apply relevant software applications.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift heavy objects and materials.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and equipment safely.
Ability to work in hazardous conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school; one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water and wastewater systems; and a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE: Candidates that do not possess a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license will be required to obtain this license within six (6) months of employment. (Candidates must possess at minimum a valid Non-Provisional Class C motor vehicle operator's license. In addition, candidates must obtain a CDL Learner's Permit within 45 days of hire to allow for adequate CDL training. Candidates will be required to obtain a Medical Certificate as mandated by Federal Law for a CDL Learner's Permit.)
NOTE: The one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance and construction of water AND wastewater systems may be substituted with one (1) or more years experience for a total of two (2) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water OR wastewater systems.
NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.
NOTE: This position is Safety-Sensitive and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing.
Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
1.) Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
2.) Experience working in confined spaces such as manholes, vaults, etc.
Pension Plan
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Holidays
Leave Sharing
Employee Assistance Program
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
Have you graduated from high school or GED?
Do you possess one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water AND wastewater systems?
Please describe how you possess one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water AND wastewater systems. Please include employers, positions held, duties performed and length/dates of employment.
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The one (1) or more years experience in the repair, maintenance and construction of water AND wastewater systems may be substituted with one (1) or more years experience for a total two (2) or more years experience in the repair, maintenance, and construction of water OR wastewater systems. If this substitution language applies to you, then do you meet the substitution language?
The one (1) or more years experience in the repair, maintenance and construction of water AND wastewater systems may be substituted with one (1) or more years experience for a total of two (2) years or more years experience in the repair, maintenance, and construction of water OR wastewater systems. If this substitution language applies to you, then please detail how you meet this substitution language. Please include employers, positions held, duties performed and length/dates of employment.
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This posting will be used to fill a Full-time, Permanent, Safety-Sensitive, Utility Support Worker II position in the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Utility Operations in the Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Division.
As of July 6, 2023, the new pay scale will be $20.15 - 31.37
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
This is manual labor in the performance of semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of water distribution and Wastewater Collection systems.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
An employee in this position normally works as part of a crew in performing repair and various maintenance assignments. The complexity of work entails cutting and installing water and sewer pipes that are damaged or broken; operating motor vehicles and equipment; and testing, repairing and inspecting, and maintaining components of the Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection systems.
Personal contacts include responding to the public on the nature and purpose of the work being performed. The work is physical requiring the lifting of heavy pipes, operating heavy equipment, and working in trenches. The hazards of work include working in confined spaces and exposure to contagious diseases.
An employee works in all types of weather conditions and must be able to respond to work emergencies outside of the scheduled work hours. Work performance is reviewed and evaluated by a supervisor.
.
Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in this class).
Performs manual labor and semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of Water distribution and Wastewater Collection systems by manually digging and backfilling trenches, constructing shoring, laying water pipes, cutting pipes to specific measurements, connecting replacement pipes with specialized clamps and couplings.
Drives a dump truck with a trailer that is used for hauling a backhoe to a work site, and operates a front-end loader.
Operates, as instructed and trained, various types of mobile cleaning equipment (vactor truck, wash truck, rodder truck) to clean the wastewater collection infrastructure (main sewer lines and wet wells)
Operates a variety of power equipment and hand tools to include chain saws, pipe saws, jackhammers, picks, shovel, and rakes.
Operates valve testing equipment, exercises valves, and tests to determine operating condition.
Operates vehicles and equipment during snow removal operations.
Serves as a work leader of a crew as required.
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the proper practices and procedures in the repair, maintenance, and testing of the Water distribution and Wastewater collections system.
Knowledge in preparing trenches so that the work can be performed properly and in accordance with safety regulations and construction standards.
Knowledge in the operation of vehicles, power equipment, tools, and testing devices used to operate Water and Wastewater facilities and structures.
Knowledge of Water and Wastewater Air Release Valve repair and operation.
Knowledge of water and wastewater hydraulics, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and building and ground maintenance and repair.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Ability to use a computer and apply relevant software applications.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift heavy objects and materials.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and equipment safely.
Ability to work in hazardous conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school; one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water and wastewater systems; and a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE: Candidates that do not possess a valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license will be required to obtain this license within six (6) months of employment. (Candidates must possess at minimum a valid Non-Provisional Class C motor vehicle operator's license. In addition, candidates must obtain a CDL Learner's Permit within 45 days of hire to allow for adequate CDL training. Candidates will be required to obtain a Medical Certificate as mandated by Federal Law for a CDL Learner's Permit.)
NOTE: The one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance and construction of water AND wastewater systems may be substituted with one (1) or more years experience for a total of two (2) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water OR wastewater systems.
NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.
NOTE: This position is Safety-Sensitive and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing.
Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
1.) Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
2.) Experience working in confined spaces such as manholes, vaults, etc.
- Medical/Health Insurance Plans
- Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO
- Aetna Open Choice PPO
- CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
- CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
- CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
- EyeMed
- Term insurance of $10,000 for employees at no cost.
- Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
Pension Plan
- Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Holidays
- Twelve days provided per calendar year, thirteen in general election year
- Less than 5 years - 13 days
- 5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days
- 10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days
- 20 years or more - 26 days
- Some positions will receive additional paid annual leave in lieu of holidays and personal leave.
- Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
Leave Sharing
Employee Assistance Program
- Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
- Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Health Care Reimbursement
- Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
- Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
- United Legal Benefits
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
Have you graduated from high school or GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water AND wastewater systems?
- Yes
- No
Please describe how you possess one (1) or more years experience in repair, maintenance, and construction of water AND wastewater systems. Please include employers, positions held, duties performed and length/dates of employment.
05
The one (1) or more years experience in the repair, maintenance and construction of water AND wastewater systems may be substituted with one (1) or more years experience for a total two (2) or more years experience in the repair, maintenance, and construction of water OR wastewater systems. If this substitution language applies to you, then do you meet the substitution language?
- Yes
- No
The one (1) or more years experience in the repair, maintenance and construction of water AND wastewater systems may be substituted with one (1) or more years experience for a total of two (2) years or more years experience in the repair, maintenance, and construction of water OR wastewater systems. If this substitution language applies to you, then please detail how you meet this substitution language. Please include employers, positions held, duties performed and length/dates of employment.
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Created: 2024-05-29
Reference: QOyYjW700KAm
Country: United States
State: Maryland
City: Annapolis
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