Primary Role
To perform a variety of tasks in supervising and participating in the locating, laying, repairing and extending underground water mains and distribution pipes.
Key Accountabilities
• Perform a variety of tasks in supervising and participating in the locating, laying, repairing and extending water mains and services in the distributing system.
• Direct activities of the M/C Utility person, Backhoe Operators and Dump Truck drivers as a crew.
• Locate and mark company facilities associated with PA One Call System (includes overseeing and performing function)
• Set up or direct the set-up of barricades and place safety lights around work site to protect workers from street traffic.
• Operate valves and fire hydrants.
• Complete all necessary forms, sketches and field notes and be knowledgeable of usage of maps and records.
• Investigate complaints and determine corrective action per company procedures.
• Any other duties assigned by supervisors.
Knowledge/Skills
Job Knowledge:
- General knowledge of water hydraulics and distribution system repair and maintenance practice.
- Familiarity with Penn DOT publications for setting up traffic control.
- Familiarity with proper completion of Company forms. Knowledge of maintenance procedures for a variety of hand tools.
- Working knowledge of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton distribution system components.
Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrate leadership abilities to run crews.
- Ability to tap into pressurized mains.
- Ability to tap and stop large water mains.
- Skillful use of hand tools.
- Ability to comply with Company’s attendance and safety policies.
- Ability to understand instructions, safety rules, maps, diagrams, etc.
- Perform basic math.
Additional Requirements:
- Valid PA Drivers License
- This position requires a DOT Physical and Worksteps.
- Available for 24/7 callout and carryover time.
Experience/Education
- Vocational education, apprentice training, on the job training.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- DEP Distribution License preferred.
- Crew Leader training course preferred.
Environmental Conditions
This job will take place inside and outside. A job is considered “both” if the activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts.
Wet and Humid: Wet: Contact with water or other liquids. Humid: Atmospheric conditions with moisture content sufficiently high to cause marked bodily discomfort.
Noise and Vibration: Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction:
Hazards: Situations in which the individual is exposed to the definite risk of bodily injury