Utility Service Worker I

DESCRIPTION:
Performs responsible semi-skilled work in the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances.ESSENTIAL AND RELATED FUNCTION STATEMENTS:

• Install, maintain and repair water and sewer lines and appurtenances;
• Make water and sewer taps and service connections;
• Install water meters, fire hydrants and valves;
• Unstop lines, repair and flush fire hydrants;
• Perform landscaping and asphalt repair after work is completed;
• Operate truck, air hammer, tapping machine and other mechanical equipment in connection with these tasks.

MINIMUM Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Texas driver's license.
• High School Diploma or GED;
• Some experience in the use of common hand and power tools;
• Ability to work regularly and to perform manual labor for extended periods often under unfavorable conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This is heavy work requiring the employee to exert up to 120 pounds to move objects.  Work requires climbing, kneeling, crouching, walking over uneven surfaces, reaching with the arms in any direction. Using the hands and fingers to connect fittings.  Worker must grip with a force of up to 100 pounds for shoveling, hammering, fitting pipes. Work requires ability to operate mower, trimmer, axe, shovel, chain-saw, and swing axe while standing or bent forward on uneven ground and inclines.  Visual acuity is required for depth perception, night vision, inspection of small parts and/or defects, operating motor vehicles or equipment and for determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work.  Hearing is required to receive detailed information and to make fine distinctions in sound.