WATER SPECIALIST

Reports To	Water Supervisor	FLSA Classification	Full Time, Non-Exempt
Date Revised	June 2023	Department	Public Works

The Water Specialist demonstrates a basic to intermediate understanding and ability to perform day-to-day operations functions including, but not limited to, maintaining, repairing, constructing, locating, and installing water mains and appurtenances in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, drinking water regulations, standards of quality and safety.
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs repairs and maintenance of infrastructure utilizing various pipes and fittings and specialized tools. Maintenance includes but is not limited to the flushing of valves, inspection, and repair of wells, etc.
• Monitors chlorine levels during valve flushing
• Assist with new tap installations utilizing various pipes and fittings, specialized tools, and equipment.
• Utilizes backhoe, trackhoe, bushhog and tractor in the repair and maintenance of system areas.
• Completes landscaping and cleaning responsibilities around and near water equipment (hydrants, wells, access roads, etc.)
• Responds to emergency repair requests in a timely manner, ensuring minimal downtime of equipment and systems.
• Demonstrate intermediate understanding of all aspects of safety, PPE, vehicle and equipment operation, OSHA regulations and SCDOT work zone safety.
• Complies with all city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Follows written and verbal instructions.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
• Attend training sessions, meetings, seminars, workshops, etc. To enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Ensure the timely completion of all assignments.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist in Wastewater department as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; Commercial Drivers’ License preferred.
• Experience in general maintenance, specifically related to electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Must be able to obtain, within two (2) years the following licenses.
  • D license in Water
  • D license in Wastewater
  • C license in Distribution within 2 years
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
  • Tools: shovels, wrenches, screwdrivers, saws, locks, tape measures, hammers, pneumatic tools, electrical hand tools, tapping machine, and traffic control equipment.
  • System Analysis Equipment and Instrumentation: Hydrant diffuser, flow and pressure gauges, thermometers, laptop/tablet, data logger and chlorine test kit.
• Materials: Pipes and fittings, meters, fire hydrants, valves, blow off assemblies, concrete markers, concrete valve collars, air release/vacuum valves, backflow preventers, meter boxes and lids, maps, and field & technical manuals.
• Ability to follow proper safety precautions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties for this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects; use tools and equipment; reach with hands and arms; or talk and hear.
• The employee may be required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., occasionally lift and/or move 100 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are the representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works outside. May deal with heat, cold, rain, humidity, etc.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
• The job requires normal visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision, hearing, speaking, and color perception.

 

SANITATION & STREETS SPECIALIST

Reports To	Wastewater & Public Works Supervisor	FLSA Classification	Full Time, Non-Exempt
Date Revised	June 2023	Department	Public Works

Under general supervision, performs a variety of manual labor work associated with sanitation, landscaping, special projects, and roadway activities of the Public Works Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Sanitation

• Responsible for driving and operating trash truck in accordance with all regulations. Transport collected material to the landfill/ transfer station.
• Responsible for rolling curbside containers of garbage and dumping into truck hopper and assists in the pick-up of garbage for residents with approved disabilities.
• Utilizes hydraulic controls to operate and empty hoppers and carts.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Completed pre-trip, post-trip, and truck cleaning duties which includes the greasing of arms, adding of oil, etc.

Streets

• Perform general landscaping and grounds keeping of City property and right-of-way.
• Collect trash and debris from City facility, streetscape, sidewalk, and park grounds.
• Mows, trims, and edges grass. Removes fallen limbs and debris. Trims shrubbery and trees. Cleans walkways and sidewalks. Pressure washing of park equipment, walkways, and facilities.
• Plants and maintain seasonal plantings, maintain gateway entrance signage, and plant bed maintenance.

Other

• Provides back up and additional support to Wastewater and Water teams. Provides assistance during emergencies.
• Serves in an on-call capacity on a regular basis. While on call, the individual is responsible for collecting lab specimens, documenting data, checking lift stations and wells.
• Operates backhoe and trackhoe in the execution of duties.
• Complies with all city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Follows written and verbal instructions.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
• Attend training sessions, meetings, seminars, workshops, etc. To enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Ensure the timely completion of all assignments.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; Commercial Drivers’ License required.
• Minimum D wastewater license. Additional and more advanced licensing preferred.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to follow proper safety precautions.
• Ability to navigate different routes throughout the city.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.
• Ability to serve on call an average of one (1) week per month, including the weekend.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties for this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects; use tools and equipment; reach with hands and arms; or talk and hear.
• The employee may be required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., occasionally lift and/or move 100 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are the representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works outside. May deal with heat, cold, rain, humidity, etc.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
• The job requires normal visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision, hearing, speaking, and color perception.

The City of Johnsonville has reviewed these job descriptions to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter your at-will employment, and the City of Johnsonville reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as deemed appropriate by the City of Johnsonville.

The City of Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer.