Senior Utilities Operator

CITY OF GRAND LEDGE

SENIOR UTILITIES OPERATOR

Supervised By:           Public Works Superintendent or Public Services Superintendent as assigned.

Supervises:                 Guides the work of operators, seasonal, and/or part-time employees performing similar duties.

Hourly Rate: $25.64 - $34.50 DOQ

General Summary:

Under the supervision of the assigned Superintendent, performs daily operation and maintenance duties in all areas of Public Services, including but not limited to streets, water, wastewater, general building and equipment maintenance, cemetery, parks, and grounds.  Performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, construction, and repair tasks in support of Public Services projects.   Assists Public Services areas as assigned.

This job description is intended merely to illustrate the kinds of duties that may be assigned.  It should not be interpreted as describing all the duties whose performance may ever be required of such employees or to limit the nature and extent of assignments such an individual may be given.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions.  These examples do not include all the duties that the employee may be expected to perform.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

1. Assists in the planning and implementation of water pumping, treatment, and distribution system maintenance, repair, and construction activities and projects.
2. Maintains in good working condition all mechanical and electrical equipment used in the collection and processing of water and wastewater. Performs preventive maintenance, routine, and emergency repairs. Inspects, cleans, lubricates, services, rebuilds, and replaces a variety of pumps, motors, meters, drive units, valves, chemical feeds, filters, and other equipment. Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems, recommend solutions, and estimate time and financial costs as directed. Completes projects as assigned and assists in the procurement and quality control of contracted services as directed. Arranges for contracted assistance as directed.
3. Operates and controls water well pumping facilities. Performs daily inspections, readings, and observations.  Controls well and services the pump operation according to system needs.  Performs scheduled maintenance of well pumps, motors, valves, piping, and controls.  Maintains accurate maintenance records.
4. Collects monthly meter readings, including re-reads and final readings. Installs and replaces water meters.  Rebuilds water meters.  Performs water service shut-offs and starts for residential and commercial customers.  Responds to customer complaints and inquiries.  Investigate unusual water usage.

Salary/Compensation: $25.64 - $34.50 per hour