Operator II - Water - #257862

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the

City, you\'ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking,

positive environment alongside other caring team members. You\'ll be

challenged by rewarding work that impacts the lives of community members

each day. You\'ll expand your skills and knowledge through training and

growth opportunities. You\'ll be respected and appreciated for sharing

your ideas and bringing your authentic self to your work. And you can

celebrate your successes with your loved ones because of the great

flexible work arrangements the City offers. Come join our teamyou belong

here! The City of Appleton is currently accepting applications for a

vacancy in the Water Division of Public Works. Applicants should have

experience reading and maintenance of City water meters, as well as the

installation and repair of City water mains and services. Work involves

locating, installing, and repairing leaks in water mains and services,

repairing, testing, and raising hydrants and inspecting and repairing

valve and curb boxes. It also involves reading, installing, and testing

meters, turning water on and off at selected sites, and replacing

damaged meters. Essential Job Functions Turns water on and off at

designated sites. Sets, tests and reads meters. Installs remote meters.

Checks meters and wires for damage; repairs as needed. Checks and

replaces stalled and leaking meters. Changes water meters, including

large industrial meters, for testing. Locates water and sewer mains and

services. Installs new mains and services. Tests for and repairs leaks

in services and mains. Repairs, tests and raises water hydrants.

Inspects and repairs valve and curb boxes. Operates various equipment,

including a back hoe. Performs maintenance and routine repairs to work

related equipment. Informs and advises home owners and businesses on

breaks in a water main, service leaks and other concerns to them; takes

and acts upon comments and complaints from the public. Completes all

necessary paperwork pertaining to work assignments. Responds to calls

and requests and takes appropriate corrective action. Maintains regular

punctual and predictable attendance, works other shifts, overtime and

extra hours as required. Other Job Functions Performs inspection duties.

Plows and hauls snow Salts streets and sidewalks. Performs any and all

duties of Laborer and Operator I & II \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND

QUALIFICATIONS: Employees must live within a twenty-five-mile radius or

reasonably be able to respond to an emergency and report within thirty

minutes. A commercial driver\'s license with air brakes and trailer

endorsements along with a good driving record are required. Hours are

Monday Thursday 2:00PM 11:00PM, and 2:00PM 6:00PM Friday. Requires

experience in the repair and installation of water mains and services

and training beyond high school level in pipe laying and plumbing

techniques or related field or any equivalent combination of experience

and training which provides the following knowledge, abilities and

skills: Knowledge of pipe laying, plumbing techniques, and basic

mechanical repair. Knowledge of water systems, methods, codes and

regulations. Knowledge of types and uses of common hand tools. Ability

to understand and follow oral and/or written instructions. Ability to

work and make decisions under limited supervision. Ability to maintain

and prepare accurate records and reports. Ability to establish and

maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the

public, and to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Ability to drive and operate a variety of vehicles including a back hoe.

Ability to lift and operate equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. Ability

to read and understand street maps, plat maps, and directions. Skill in

the operation of computer equipment, including GIS and Microsoft

applications. Ability to deciph r plat maps and execute correct

measurements for accurate installations and record keeping. Ability to

withstand adverse weather conditions Ability to fill out work orders

quickly and neatly. Skill in the operation of water test equipment and

related tools and equipment. Ability to properly barricade work sites in

accordance with the City of Appleton Temporary Traffic Control (TTC)

Manual and the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)

standards. Ability to obtain Wisconsin DNR D-1 certification within 12

months of hire. Required to respond for emergency operations. Possess

and maintain a valid Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver\'s License

(CDL) with the N endorsement. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply

Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/appletonwi