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JOB TITLE: WATER/SEWER MAINTENANCE PERSON
DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES - WATER/SEWER DIVISION
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL-TIME/NON-EXEMPT
UNION/NON-UNION:TEAMSTERS LOCAL #404

The City of Pittsfield's Department of Public Utilities, Water Division, is currently seeking to fill the position of Water & Sewer Maintenance Person. This individual is responsible for performing skilled manual and equipment-assisted work, and operates hydraulic equipment and vehicles in the construction, operation, and maintenance of water distribution and sewage collection systems. The incumbent will be required to be available to respond to emergency & trouble calls on a rotating 24 hour a day basis.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, bilingualists, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs skilled manual & equipment-assisted work in the construction, operation & maintenance of water distribution and sewage collection systems, including work on reservoirs, valves, water & sewer pipes, pumping stations, manholes, vaults etc., operates valves and stops to turn water or sewage on or off.
- Operates loaders, backhoes, heavy trucks and specialized sewer cleaning equipment in the performance of duties assigned, including snow clearance and salting or sanding. Performs daily servicing and maintenance on equipment assigned.
- Cuts, lays, and caulks water & sewer pipes using machine or hand tools; performs masonry duties in the construction of manholes and catch basins and other system brick, block, or concrete structures; pumps water from trenches and pits, digs, braces and backfills excavations for the purpose of constructing or maintaining water distribution or sewer collection systems, and replaces worn or broken parts in water distribution or sewage collection systems.
- Reads, installs or replaces water meters and checks them for over/under registration.
- May work with contractors in the marking out and/or location of water and sewer pipe and appurtenant devices and structures during construction or excavation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years' experience operating heavy equipment such as trucks, snowplows, loader/backhoes, bulldozers, loaders, tractors, etc.
- Two years' experience as a pipe layer or equivalent in the construction or maintenance of water distribution and sewage collection systems.
- Demonstrated ability to read and use drawings and utility service maps.
- Valid Massachusetts Class B Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake endorsement and 2B Hoisting License. Within six months of appointment, incumbent must obtain a Tanker endorsement to the CDL.
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, to establish positive public relations for the municipality and department, and to interact effectively with a wide variety of people.

HOURS
Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM
40 hours a week
(Incumbent shall be required to work any time during the 24 hour day to respond to weather related/emergency needs)

SALARY
Starting rate $19.10 - $20.27 per hour
Annual Increases up to $26.44 per hour

With Distribution 1 or Treatment 1 License
Starting salary $21.02 - $22.30 per hour
Annual increases up to $29.10