Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE
The Utility Worker - Construction-In-Training (CIT) is an entry-level role that provides on-the-job training in maintaining and repairing infrastructure within the Racine Water Utility system. The role involves assisting with Construction tasks, operating equipment (CDL required within six months), maintaining tools and work area, and supporting other Utility departments. Employees must follow safety procedures, work outdoors in physically demanding conditions, and be available for emergency overtime.
Essential Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assists in repairing mains, valves, hydrants, pipeline appurtenances and services using currently accepted construction practices.
• Unloads and loads pipe, fittings and chemicals.
• Drives trucks ranging in size from ton up to 54,000 G.V.W. upon obtaining a CDL
• Maintains physical structure using hand tools and power equipment.
• Compiles field data and information on file into reports as assigned.
• Maintains clean and orderly equipment storage areas, locker facilities, and vehicles
• Assists in departmental functions and tasks with those of other Utility departments, including plant projects, as required.
• Adheres to all safety procedures as defined by the Utility work and safety rules, as well as workzone traffic, and excavation/trenching safety procedures.
• Available to work overtime beyond the normal 40 hour work week during emergency. infrastructure repair events, preferably as a rotating crew standby member

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, and at least 18 years of age.
• One year of previous construction experience is desired.
• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Water Distribution certification is a plus.
• Valid state-issued motor vehicle operating license, and hires are expected to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A within 6 months of hire.

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong mechanical skills, including a working knowledge of mechanical functions, principles and techniques.
• Working knowledge of all fittings and materials used in maintaining a water distribution system is a plus.

Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Language and Interpersonal Communication.

• Ability to analyze and categorize data and information in order to determine the relationship of the data with reference to established criteria/standards. Ability to compare, count, differentiate, classify, compute, tabulate, measure and/or sort data, as well as assemble, copy and record and transcribe data and information.
• Ability to utilize, interpret, and apply a variety of advisory data and information such as blueprints, plat book of water/sewer mains, charts, graphs, as-built drawings, and general operating manuals.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with varied and diverse contacts, such as Utility personnel, general public customers, and contractors.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Judgement and Situational Reasoning

• Ability to apply rational and ethical judgment, tact, courtesy, and diplomacy when dealing with Utility personnel, public customers, contractors, and city representatives.

Physical Requirements

• Must have good dexterity with ability to hand operate heavy equipment, tools, and instruments, some requiring complex and rapid adjustments in coordination with eye movement, such as leak detection equipment, power hand tools, motor vehicles, computer, calculator, two-way radio and telephone.
• Ability to exert strenuous physical effort to lift and carry objects up to 100 lbs, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, and turning/torqueing valves and apparatus.
• Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarity or difference between characteristics of color, sound and odors.

Work Environment and Conditions

• Ability to work year-round outdoors and in trenches subject to weather conditions; exposure to loud noises, damp, wet, cold, mud, and unpleasant odors; outside on streets, and in varying traffic conditions.
• Ability to work under moderately unsafe and uncomfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors such as heavy machinery and power equipment, trenched earth, and construction materials poses a moderate risk of injury.

This job description is intended to identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the Utility or City of Racine.
The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
All full-time, non-union employees are offered a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, life insurance, a student loan repayment program, short-term disability insurance and paid leave benefits. Employees of the City of Racine may also qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) through the Federal Government.
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