Shire Jobs

[General Definition of Work]{lang="EN"}

• Performs responsible semiskilled work in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances
• Does related work as required.
• Work is performed under regular supervision.

[Essential Functions/Typical Tasks]{lang="EN"}

• Installing, maintaining and repairing water and sewer lines and appurtenances.

[(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)]{lang="EN"}

• Installs water and sewer lines; repairs line leaks.
• Repairs lift station pumps; replaces wiring, float, check valves, PVC pipe, etc.
• Responds to service calls; repairs pumps and wiring.
• Completes daily reports and service orders.
• Repairs sewer and water lines and related facilities.
• Unstops sewer lines with sewer rodding machine.
• May operate trucks and lawn mowers in connection with assigned tasks.
• Performs related tasks as required.

[Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]{lang="EN"}

• General knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance and repair of utility lines
• General knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances; general knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools
• Some knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment; ability to perform manual and semiskilled labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public

Requirements Education and Experience

• Utility Maintenance Worker I:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in the maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and sewer lines.Education requirement may be waived as determined by the Department Head.

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``` - Utility Maintenance Worker II-Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in the maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and sewer lines.Possession of Grade-C Water DistributionorGrade-I Wastewater Certification as issued by the State of North Carolina.

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``` - Utility Maintenance Leadworker- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and extensive experience in water and sewer line maintenance or construction work. Possession of Grade-C Water Distribution and Grade-I Wastewater Collections certifications issued by the State of North Carolina.

Special Requirements

• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.

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