Utility Maintenance Worker

This is moderately complex water, wastewater and storm drain work and involves the maintenance, repair and service of fire hydrants, water valves as well as the performance of a variety of tasks related to water quality control and wastewater and storm drain systems. In addition, an employee of this class directs the work of one or more helpers assisting in the work. The incumbent must have considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment, as well as the occupational hazards and proper safety practices particular to the position. He/she must also have a good working knowledge of Delta’s Engineering Master Specifications and underground utility systems. The work is performed in accordance with a regular maintenance schedule or in response to service requests and the incumbent must communicate with their Superintendent to ensure he/she is fully apprised of all ongoing service requests and their status. Customer service is an important aspect of this work and tactful, diplomatic, and professional communication with the public, external agencies and co-workers is required.

The incumbent will perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to the following:

Maintain, service, rebuild, and adjust fire hydrants, valve boxes, air valve assemblies, manholes and other components of the utility systems.

Perform flow and pressure tests of fire hydrants, blow-offs, or standpipes.

Perform valve exercising, hydrant painting, meter and air valve winterizing and meter reading in accordance with established programs.

Troubleshoot and determine corrective action for service requests and emergency situations and advises those affected promptly.