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UTILITY OPERATOR I/II Page 2 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following) • Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City's water distribution, sewer collection, wastewater, and storm drain systems; excavates to repair underground utilities; marks underground utilities for Underground Service Alert (USA); participates in traffic control activities at the work site. • Inspects, flushes, cleans and repairs water mains, lines and laterals; repairs, maintains and overhaul pumps, motors, chlorinators and control valves; monitors water wells and operates pumps to regulate system flow and pressure; checks and documents recordings on instrumentation equipment; operates computerized SCADA control program; takes water samples; tests and calculates water pressure and flow;tests backflow devices;conducts cross-connection surveys;maintains required records. • Performs stand-by duties on a rotational basis • Responds to afterhours emergency calls at irregular hours. • Repairs and maintains storm drains, manholes and pump stations; inspects drains, culverts and gutters and removes obstructions; maintains and repairs sewer lines and lift stations; diagnoses and repairs electrical control panels and back up generators. • Assists other Public Works units when required; performs semi-skilled and skilled manual work in the maintenance and repair of streets and alleyways; assists in the repair of curbs and gutters; performs traffic control; assists in the maintenance of City buildings and facilities; operates trucks, loaders, backhoes, boom trucks, hydro flushers and other light and heavy duty maintenance and construction equipment; maintains and cleans assigned vehicles and equipment; operates a variety of hand and power tools; inspects tools and equipment for safety and mechanical defects; assists with City sponsored functions;responds to after hours call-outs as assigned. • Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; may provide training to lower level staff, responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides customer services and information as is appropriate and resolves public service complaints. • Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations,City management and staff,and the public. PHYSICAL,MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally,the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold. The incumbent may use chemicals which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants, and be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work at heights over 10 feet,enter confined spaces, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions. The incumbent may be required to respond to after hours emergency call-outs and perform routine standby duties. Updated 01/04/2010