TITLE: UTILITY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION:

The purpose of this classification is to preform skilled and semi-skilled work in the instillation, and repair of the City’s water utilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for the classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Checks on all issues from meter reading reports (leaks, high, low, keyed, activity on inactive) in a timely manner for correct billing purposes.
• Trouble shoots meter issues to determine cause of issue and course of action needed to fix.
• Operate Locater Equipment to be able to maintain Bud calls.
• Must have good communication with office staff to pass along their findings from the field and with the general public to provide the customer service that is expected.
• Installs new meters for new customers and pulls meters when needed.
• Service request for our customers such as: check leaks, high bill, turn off water (emergency or for work to be done).
• Maintain knowledge of meter locations.
• Changes out meters.
• Assist crew when needed, delivering materials, flagging traffic, and handing out water notices.
• Picks up materials and tools from local supply houses when needed.
• Operates meter reading device, handheld radio, truck, forklift, locators, hand tools, pumps, or other equipment necessary to complete essential functions.
• Maintains Cleanliness of shop area and office area.
• Maintains the Water. Dept. grounds, mowing, weed eating, keeping area clean.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED; one year of experience in utility maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky driver’s license.

May require the possession of a commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and approved endorsements.