Water Maintenance Worker – EXAM

Definition

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for installing and maintaining water distribution lines, valves, and hydrants; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

• Reads water atlases in order to locate water lines, curb boxes, and valves;
• Operates valves to interrupt or start water service;
• Locates curb boxes using metal detectors and meters;
• Identifies and selects type, size of pipe, and related materials according to construction objectives;
• Cuts or bends pipe using saws, pipe cutters, hand tools, and/or pipe cutting machines;
• Removes sidewalks or pavement using jack hammers and/or saw cutting equipment;
• Assembles, installs, and connects metal and non-metal pipes, tubes, joints, and fittings, including iron, flared copper, and plastic;
• Flushes and/or chlorinates newly installed or repaired lines or hydrants;
• Backfill holes with gravel using shovel and power tamper;
• Unloads and loads construction materials on vehicles;
• Inspects vehicles, equipment, and tools;
• Drives truck to transport materials and workers to worksite;
• Observes backhoe while digging to ensure utility line integrity; removes obstacles to repair location by excavating around utility lines with a variety of hand tools;
• Sets up traffic control devices and directs traffic around worksite to ensure safety of workers and the general public;
• Installs and/or repairs valves and/or fire hydrants;
• Assists in identifying leaks and/or damage locations;
• Notifies customers of water shut-off for repairs;
• Restores or replaces areas removed during water line, valve, and hydrant repair/installation such as concrete sidewalks, brick walls, asphalt and concrete pavement, manholes, fences, trees, or other landscaping.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in general labor, construction, water distribution maintenance, or other underground utility maintenance.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

By the completion of the probationary period, must possess a valid Class A commercial driver’s license with an air brake endorsement.

Test/Job Contact Information

COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT: The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be MERGED, according to score, with the names of applicants on the current eligible list. If you are interested in having your name included on the eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

The examination process will consist of a multiple-choice exam weighted 100% covering Memorization, Problem Sensitivity, Information Ordering, Safety, and Water Maintenance, Tools, & Equipment.

The exam is expected to be administered in September. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate’s name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test. 

The certification process will be: Fixed Band

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website at http://utilities.columbus.gov/

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City’s Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City’s human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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