Water Laborer

POSITION SUMMARY:

Operates and maintains the City’s water distribution system in accordance with accepted standards, the policies of the Public Works Department, applicable laws, and State or Federal regulations by performing the duties listed herein.

Hourly Rate: $34.92 after a 6 month training period.

Medical/ Dental/ Vision covered at 100% for the employee and begins on first day of employment.

Longevity, CDL pay, Clothing allowance

IMRF Retirement plan

LIUNA Pension

Position Open Until Filled

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Constructs, maintains and repairs water distribution system consisting of water mains, service lines, fire hydrants, valves, and meters

2. Operates heavy equipment, backhoes, trenchers, boring machines, dump trucks, and other equipment used in maintenance of water distribution system.

3. Performs utility locates (J.U.L.I.E.).

4. Reads water meters and enters data into the computerized data collector.

5. Utilizes hand tools in excavating and repairing water distribution system.

6. Assists other Public Works Department divisions when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.

· Must be able to obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL) within ninety (90) days of employment.

· Must have ability to operate heavy equipment such as backhoes and 2 ½ ton trucks.

· Must be able to work overtime, including weekends and holidays.

· Must be available for twenty-four (24) hour call out.

· Must be able to obtain a State of IL Water Operator’s License.

· Must be able to speak, hear, write, and communicate effectively and clearly in English.

· Must have ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

· Must be able to operate equipment and drive during day and night hours in adverse weather conditions.

· Must be able to walk, stand and perform hard manual labor for long periods of time.

· Must have the ability to traverse rough terrain.

· Must be able to routinely lift objects weighing up to seventy (70) pounds, or occasionally up to one hundred (100) pounds unassisted.

· Must be able to perform climbing, pulling and other labor intensive activities including moving, bending, squatting, lifting, carrying and stretching freely with little or no discomfort.

· Ability to reach high, overhead levels and low floor levels by either reach and/or use of ladder or equipment, or by bending of the back or knees.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. It is expected that the employee performs these and any other activities which may be assigned or which may occur in the normal course of work. This description is not a contract or guarantee of employment

The City of Edwardsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notice to all applicants: Residents of the City of Edwardsville may receive preferential consideration for employment if all other employment qualifications are equal.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.92 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person