Utility Maintenance Tech

Description

**Open until filled or sufficient applications received.**

Employees of the City of Clinton and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age.

Reasonable accommodations may be available to employees or applicants for this position under the ADA/ADAA if the employee or applicant provides prior notice.

The information contained within this document has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed by an employee within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or work required of employees assigned to this position.

Examples of Duties

Purpose of Position

Under occasional supervision, clears and maintains right-of-ways to ensure safe electric and water/sewer, and public works operations. Operates the bucket truck from the ground. Possess and maintain a minimum of a Class B Commercial driver's license. Position is subject to emergency condition recall of essential personnel and may be required to provide support to other departments in an emergency. This position requires random alcohol and drug testing in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation laws. Performs related work as assigned and reports to the Right-of-Way Division Manager or assigned supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

The duties listed are intended only as illustrative examples of the various types of work that may be performed by individuals in this classification. Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents and do not include all specific essential functions and responsibilities the incumbent may be expected to perform.

• Clears right-of-ways to help ensure safe electric and water/sewer operations.

• Performs all work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of safety and quality.

• Inspects equipment and work in progress for compliance.

• Maintains assigned equipment and vehicles and assists in repairs when needed.

• Assists in maintaining all public works services.

• Cleans up fallen trees, debris, etc., after severe storms.

• Operates a variety of heavy equipment, including, but not limited to, bush hog, bucket truck, dump truck, climbing equipment, hoists, wood chipper, stump grinder, chain saw, Jaroff, dozer, motor grader, excavator, and various hand and power tools as required and commonly used to accomplish right of way clearing and other demolition tasks.

• Prepares and submits required records and reports.

• Must be knowledgeable of modern building and maintenance construction methods and practices, including, but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, sewer, and minor building repairs.

Demolition and disposal of condemned houses.

Land clearance and grading.

Exposed to hazards of working near and around power equipment, traffic, high voltage distribution lines, falling debris, including trimmings and heavy limbs.

Must have line clearance certification or equivalent training equal to line clearance.

Must have training and be familiar with electrical hazards.

Operates a bucket and/or truck near energized high voltage electrical distribution lines.

Must be trained in tree and bucket rescue.

Work may be in the vicinity of energized parts or equipment.

Participate in and work to complete special projects that involve planning and scheduling with other departments, divisions, and contractors.

• Interacts and communicates with a wide variety of individuals and groups in the performance of duties, such as the immediate supervisor, other department directors, division managers, administrative staff, and other City employees, customers, and the general public.

• Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments ef?ciently and effectively in order to produce a quantity of work that consistently meets established standards and expectations.

• Position is subject to stand by, emergency condition recall of essential personnel, and may be required to provide support to other departments in an emergency.

• Maintain compliance with all personnel, administrative, and safety policies, guidelines, processes, and procedures.

This position is classified as safety sensitive and subject to ongoing random alcohol and drug testing.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience

Requires a four-year high school diploma or GED* equivalent to GED issued by the SC Dept. of Education supplemented by one year of experience in tree, limb, and hazard removal while working around energized electrical distribution lines, equipment, and other hazards. (*Note – As a general rule, most GED’s received through the internet do not qualify. The City of Clinton reserves the right to accept or reject any document submitted under the pretense of meeting the educational requirements of this position. No one decision shall be considered as a precedent for past or future decisions on acceptance or rejection of any document.)

Must enlist in a training program to become certified to operate a bucket truck.

Must possess and maintain a valid SC Drivers’ License with a minimum of a Class B Commercial Driver’s License Endorsement and a safe driving record.

Must have certified line clearance training or a combination of qualified training to meet equivalency as determined by the City of Clinton.

Must be physically able to work from a bucket truck while experiencing heights and unusual working conditions.

Must be capable of encountering and dealing with various species of wildlife, including but not limited to vermin, reptiles, bugs, and various other animals, including varieties of vegetation, including but not limited to briars, heavy shrubbery, and poisonous vegetation (poison oak/ivy, etc.)

Must be physically able to work in various weather conditions, including, but not limited to, heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, fog, haze, varying humidity, and in some cases, storm conditions.

This position is subject to emergency callback and operates under the City of Clinton’s reasonable-suspicion drug program, in addition to federal DOT driving, drug, and physical requirements. This position is subject to ongoing random drug and alcohol testing at the discretion of the City of Clinton. This position is classified as safety sensitive.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.

Knowledge of and the ability to comply with safety rules and regulations.

Knowledgeable of the materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance of right-of-ways

Knowledgeable of terminology used within the industry.

Knowledge of the layout of City streets is necessary to locate job sites.

Knowledge of all safety requirements.

Skill Required:

Skilled in exercising appropriate analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identi?es issues or situations as they

occur and speci?es decision objectives. Identi?es or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or

situations. implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and

with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues,

situations, and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Avoiding duplication of effort. Establish a personal schedule based on the assigned work. Attend

required meetings, planning sessions, and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with

priorities and estimated schedules as directed by the division manager.

Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Planning, coordinating, and using information effectively to enhance activities and production. Skilled in recognizing and understanding expectations regarding such activities and works to ensure such expectations are met.

Skill in maintaining high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.

Skill to maintain high-quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.

Ability Required:

Ability to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of constant direct supervision. Ability to plan and prioritize daily assignments and work activities as directed by supervision.

Has the ability to utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.

Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations; Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals, and to determine time. Must be able to use practical applications of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Must be able to use practical applications of geometry; Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.

Ability to read and interpret various technical materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.

Ability to prepare written reports and records in a concise, clear, and effective manner.

Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange pertinent and vital information to coworkers. Includes receiving and distributing information and instructions. Includes the giving of assignments and directions to subordinates. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information; Requires the ability to talk and hear (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds by ear).

Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to follow and verbal and written instructions; Must be able to communicate

effectively and ef?ciently in a variety of technical languages, including electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair, etc.

Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

Requires the ability to read a variety of policies and procedures, technical reports, work orders, technical construction diagrams, etc.

Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and con?dence.

Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.

Requires the ability to make appropriate independent judgments in the absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to the primary occupation.

Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using heavy machinery; to operate motor vehicles.

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, hand and power tools, etc. Must have signi?cant levels of eye, hand, and foot coordination.

Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.

Ability to attend and remain at work regularly and adhere to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provide adequate notice to senior management regarding vacation time and leave requests.

Ability to accept supervisory instruction and direction and strive to meet the goals and objectives of the

same. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.

Ability to maintain a positive image to the general public.

Ability to utilize materials and equipment ef?ciently and effectively.

Ability to adhere to policies in the discharge of duties and responsibilities.

Ability to promote and maintain mutual respect.

Requires the ability to adhere to all established safety and housekeeping policies and standards and to ensure such policies and standards are not violated.

Physical Demands of Position

Must be physically able to operate different types of construction and maintenance equipment, including trucks, bush hog, tree cutting and clearing equipment, bulldozer, hand and power tools, and related equipment, etc.

Must be physically able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally and/or frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Work involves walking and standing, bending, crouching, reaching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting/carrying weights of up to fifty pounds

This position requires the worker be capable of strenuous manual labor as necessary to perform daily routine tasks.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed outside in a variety of adverse environmental conditions, including exposure to extreme heat, cold, wetness, humidity, pollen, dust, dirt, odors, machinery hazards, traffic hazards, toxic agents, noise, and vibrations.

This position may be subject to moderate danger or risk, or to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.

This position requires the use of various types of personal protective equipment, including but not limited to a hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, eye protection, and similar equipment.

This position requires ongoing random alcohol and drug testing in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Right-of-Way/Maintenance Division Manager or designee, but is expected to also work closely with other city personnel, including other department directors, division managers, administrative management, co-workers, other city employees, and the public to meet the requirements of the position.

*You must complete the application in it's entirity to be considered for the position.*