Water Maintenance Worker

Salary : $43,950.40 Annually
Location : Asheville, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-01108
Department: Water Resources
Division: Maintenance & Repairs
Opening Date: 01/09/2024
Closing Date: 2/2/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Summary
About Our Opportunity
The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of a full-time, non-exempt Water Maintenance Worker I to join the Water Resources Department. The purpose of this position is to provide a variety of responsible unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled work in maintenance and construction of water lines and fixtures, and asphalt and concrete repairs for the City's Water Resources Department.

• What you'll be doing:
  
  • Prepares and transports materials and equipment to the job site and removes debris unsuitable for backfill from the site using dump trucks, front-end loaders, and related equipment.
  • Performs maintenance and repair of tools and equipment.
  • Participates in a work crew in digging and backfilling trenches, installing or removing water pipes and fixtures, and installing traffic safety devices.
  • Operates motorized equipment within the knowledge, skills and abilities of this classification in the installation and repair of water mains, water lines, pumps, valve boxes, hydrants and associated fixtures.
  • Flags traffic as required when the job site is in a major road or dangerous road/curve.
  • Works on a crew on the installation or removal of water taps and mains, water valve boxes, hydrants and associated fixtures; assists in repair and replacement of such fixtures; places pipes and fittings into excavated ditches; works on a crew that bores under roads to install pipes; installs meter boxes, valve vaults, or manholes.
  • Must display initiative and ability to perform hard manual labor in all weather conditions, and must possess the ability to lift up to 100 lbs,and use a shovel for extended periods of time.
  • Performs other similar duties as required.

Benefits:

• Full Time Position with access to full Benefit's suite including Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance options.
  
• Enrollment in State Retirement Pension and 401K plans with company matching.

About you:

• What you Bring:

We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required, with some experience involving interaction with the general public.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Must have a current NC Driver's License.
• Must obtain a Class "A" CDL NC Driver's License within 6 months of hire date.
• Must obtain a Class "C" Water Distribution Certification within 2 years of hire date.

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
The ideal candidate:

• Should have general knowledge of learned procedures, practices, and routines to deal effectively with routine work.

Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.
Other things to know:
Non-Exempt, Full-Time, 40+ Hours Per Week, Overtime, Including Nights and Weekends, or as Needed in all types of weather
Base Work Schedule is Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM with One Week Rotating On-Call Schedule 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Monday - Friday
(Emergency coverage 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM); Saturday and Sunday Emergency On-Call Standby Coverage only (Occurs approximately every ten weeks)
About us:
The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity.
The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.
- Hiring Rate: $21.13

• Should possess the ability to read and understand basic workplace data, such as simple forms, tables, graphs, schedules, etc.
• Should possess the ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.
• Should possess the ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles.
• Should possess the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments.
• Should possess the ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Should possess the ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks.
• Should possess the ability to bring resources together to resolve a problem or provide a solution.
• Should possess the ability to become knowledgeable of parts and tools required to perform maintenance and repairs on the water main system.
• Should possess the ability to follow safety guidelines, policies and procedures that are mandated by OSHA and the City of Asheville.

City of Asheville employees are placed on a 365 day probationary period starting upon date of hire.
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged standing, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, water hazards, hazardous materials, toxic agents, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, or rude/irate customers.
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
To view our comprehensive benefits package, click
01
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you meet the minimum requirements as posted?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04
Will you be 18 years of age by your first date of work?

• Yes
• No

Required Question