Salt Lake City Corporation · 1 month ago
Water System Maintenance Operator II
SLC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$24.36/hr - $32.02/hr
3+ years expSalt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Water System Maintenance Operator II to operate equipment and perform specialized maintenance work on water systems. The role involves repairing and replacing water system components, communicating with customers, and may include supervising a crew in the absence of a senior operator.
GovernmentNon ProfitSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
As a member of a specialized crew, repairs and replaces broken pipes, mains, valves and hydrants using hand equipment, pavement breakers, tapping machines, hydraulic and pneumatic boring machines and cutters, welding and cutting torches, walk behind concrete saws, dump trucks, front end loaders, Vactor trucks, backhoes, compressors and related equipment
Sets meter yokes, meter boxes and/or related items according to work orders. Taps water mains for new service and kills services where appropriate. Uses heavy equipment to excavate, haul away spoil and install backfill materials. Repairs and rebuilds fire hydrants and valves both in the field and in the shop. Performs duties in job restoration including the preparation for asphalt, concrete, and landscape restoration
Communicates with customers as to what the project will consist of, whether their water service will be interrupted or not, an approximate time to complete the job, and the necessary steps to complete the project
Operates system valves to shut down supplies or restore service. Uses charts and locators to find appropriate water mains and valves. Uses geophones to locate leaks. In consultation with Senior Water System Maintenance Operator, determines appropriate methods of repair, proper service configurations and pipe sizes
Assists with completion of work orders and inventory sheets. Assists with the completion of necessary permits for confined space entry, trenching, shoring and hot work. Procures supplies and equipment from department storehouse. Complies with all departmental safety policies and procedures. Assists with instructing new workers. Assists with job investigations to determine necessary utility location, traffic signing, and coordination with property owners
May supervise a crew and operate a backhoe on a daily basis in the absence of a Senior Water System Maintenance Operator. While supervising a crew, with the assistance of a Water Maintenance Supervisor, is responsible for the ordering and placement of traffic control barricades, trenching and shoring devices. Conducts confined space and lock out/tag out evaluations in compliance with all local, state and federal safety regulations. Conducts safety meetings and enforces all on site safety procedures. Has the authority to stop work if safety standards are not met and is responsible for compliance with safety regulations and procedures. May recommend disciplinary action for members of the crew. Coordinates cuts with other utilities in the field. Also operates backhoe for training or emergency purposes
As necessary, performs all the duties of Water System Maintenance Operator I and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Drivers License Class 'A' and other CDL endorsements as required
Three years paid work experience performing water system maintenance and repair either as a water maintenance worker or in water systems construction. Up to one year of paid general maintenance work involving closely related duties may be substituted. Two years as Water System Maintenance Operator I for the Public Utilities Department will meet minimum qualifications requirement when approved by the department
Two years paid work experience operating related heavy equipment including backhoes, 10‑wheel dump trucks and front‑end loaders on a documented and continual basis. Knowledge of the hazards and application of safety rules involved in the operation of equipment and the ability to be covered by insurance at standard premium rates
Certification required, or ability to obtain within six months from hire, in Confined Space Entry, Trench and Shoring (Competent Person as defined by OSHA), Flagging and Traffic Control Device Placement, and Forklift Operation
Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies including 24‑hr call‑out and standby according to a rotating schedule
Demonstrated ability to work well and relate with co‑workers, supervisors and the general public under varying job related circumstances
Must comply with UDOT physical requirements
Preferred
Certification as a Water Distribution Operator IV
Benefits
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid vacation and personal leave
Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Company
Salt Lake City Corporation
Salt Lake City Corporation, governed by a full-time mayor and part-time city council, is Utah's capital city and premier public employer with over 3,500 employees.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Reza Faraji
Chief Technology Officer
Aaron M. Price
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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