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Job Title

Under the supervision of the Utility Superintendent with daily direction from the Construction Crew Foreman and/or Construction Crew Lead, participates in the construction, inspection, maintenance and repair of the water and sewer system assets and associated facilities.

Examples Of Duties
  • Make taps in pressurized and non-pressurized water mains and joins pipe using mechanical, push fit joints, and other mechanical fittings.
  • Sets fire hydrants and valves.
  • Repairs water system components.
  • Makes repairs to sewer system segments, installs manholes, mains, house services and other sewer system components.
  • Maintain field notes of locations and depths.
  • Performs associated rough carpentry and masonry.
  • Operates heavy equipment. Operators special equipment including compressor, pneumatic tools, by-pass pumps, portable generators, TV cameras, sewer cleaning and jetting machinery and winches.
  • Performs maintenance of the buildings and grounds of the Department of Public Works.
  • Will be subject to emergency call-in for weather, operational, or system problems.
  • Responds to citizen complaints and after hour service requests.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
  • Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
  • Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit with Air Brake Endorsement within 90 days of starting the position.
  • Valid Driver's License and good driving record.
  • Basic knowledge of construction, maintenance and repair on water or sewer systems, plumbing, or a related field.
  • Must have good customer service skills.
  • Ability to schedule, plan, organize, train and supervise subordinates in service work and meter reading and customer relations.
  • Knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of equipment assigned.
  • Knowledge of IDOL, IDOT and OSHA safety rules and of laws or ordinances relating to this position.
  • Functional computer skills including database searches, Word, Excel, etc.
Supplemental Information

This position comes with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, & life insurance, paid time off, plus an IMRF pension.

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