Utility Maintenance Worker I/II - Utility Services

Closing Date: January 15th, 2024, 9:00 PM, PST

Position: Utility Maintenance Worker I/II

Department: Public Works

Hourly Rate: UMW I - $27.28 - $34.81

UMW II - $30.15 - $38.48

Non-Exempt – Overtime Eligible

Benefits-eligible & 401(a) payment equal to 2% of base salary.

Summary:

A Utility Maintenance Worker I/II performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of sewer, reclaimed water, and drainage systems facilities.

Maintenance Worker I

• This is the entry-level class in the Utility Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes are learned. The Utility Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.
• Receives immediate supervision from the Lead Utility Maintenance Worker and/or Public Works Supervisor (Utility Services).
• May receive technical and/or functional supervision from a Utility Maintenance Worker II as appropriate.

Maintenance Worker II

• This is the journey-level class in the Utility Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the Utility Maintenance Worker I by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned and lead responsibility related to specific projects, with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Utility Maintenance Worker I level.
• Receives general supervision from a Lead Utility Maintenance Worker and/or Public Works Supervisor (Utility Services).
• May exercise technical and/or functional supervision over Utility Maintenance Workers I as appropriate.

Responsibilities:

General- Sewer/Drainage/Reclaimed Water

• Install, repair, upgrade, and/or replace manholes, fire hydrants, valves, meters, and meter vaults.
• Exercise valves according to preventive maintenance schedules and test water volume and pressure.
• Excavate concrete, pavement, and dirt and set up concrete forms as necessary, and backfill open trenches and complete surfaces “to finish” as appropriate.
• Set up traffic control for work sites, including cones, signs, and barricades; and direct traffic around work sites.
• Operate leak detection and pipe location equipment relative to excavation, tapping, and repairing mains and lines/inspect and assess leaks.
• Operate a variety of equipment including large trucks and medium-sized construction equipment, such as vactors, rodders, CCTV, loaders, backhoes, trenching machines, and compressors, as well as pipe threaders, sandblasters, and concrete saws.
• Read and replace water meters and related mechanisms, including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, replacement, and testing of parts; maintain related records; prepare water service for use including installation of water meters and backflow prevention devices.
• Read and understand sewer/drainage/recycled water system maps, pipeline drawings, and blueprints, including Underground Service Alert markings and identification.
• Transport construction equipment to and from work sites; perform routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the work and stock vehicles with an adequate supply of tools and equipment.
• Conduct limited technical inspections of sewer/drainage/recycled water system improvements performed by private contractors; perform water disinfecting, sampling, and testing in the field; inspect and replace disinfection equipment.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Keep records related to work, materials, and maintenance activities, including confined space entry; may use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and recordkeeping.
• Excavate, inspect, flush, clean and repair sewer, reclaimed water, drainage mains, lines, and laterals; clean and maintain sewer, reclaimed water, and drainage structures; maintain booster pumping station, sewage lift station, and stormwater pump stations.
• Notify customers of water shutdowns and investigate and resolve related problems within the scope of responsibility.

Qualifications:

General

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in field construction and maintenance work.
• Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license is required; a DOT Class B California driver’s license with tanker endorsement must be obtained by the end of the probationary period.
• Knowledge of uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment; City policies, rules, and regulations; principles and practices of work safety; basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of utility construction and maintenance activities; perform heavy manual labor; on a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain job to others; be on-call outside of regular work schedule, as assigned.

Utility Maintenance Worker I

Utility Maintenance Worker II

• Knowledge of Methods, techniques, tools, and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of sewer/reclaimed water systems facilities.
• Ability to: Independently perform routine semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of sewer/drainage/recycled water systems facilities.
• Possession of a CWEA Collection System Maintenance Grade II certificate.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Office and field environment:
  1. Travel from site to site; exposure to noise and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work in or around water; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; work unusual and prolonged work schedules; work multiple shifts during emergencies, seasonally-caused circumstances, or special projects.
  2. Ability to work in a confined space with limited egress availability
• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment:
  1. To walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (100 pounds with assistance and up to 50 pounds alone); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Vision requirements
  1. See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hearing
  1. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Core Competencies:

• Problem-Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating information
• Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work
• Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Safety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Customer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers
• Informing – Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Allocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness

Guiding Principles

1. Put people first.
2. Be visionary.
3. Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
4. Be Fiscally Responsible.
5. Be Creative.
6. Always Improving.
7. Be Adaptable and Resilient.

Essential Cognitive Functions:

• Analyze (continuous)
• Computations (frequent)
• Generate Written Work Product (moderate)
• Independent Problem Solving (continuous)
• Interruptions (frequent)
• Maintain Positive Public Relations (continuous)
• Organize (frequent)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.