Water/Wastewater Service & Maintenance - Apprentice at Holland Board of Public Works in Holland, Michigan

Job Description:

Reports to: Service & Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary: This position is responsible for the construction, operation, maintenance, and servicing of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Successful progress through the Apprenticeship program is required.
Essential Duties
Perform general maintenance work in the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Operate all necessary equipment in the operation, maintenance and construction of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems including, but no limited to: backhoe, air compressor, jackhammer, saws, pumps and hand tools, boom truck, forklift, dump truck, sewer cleaning and TVing trucks, generators, hydraulic pipe cutters, compactors, tapping machines, and testing equipment. Assist routine inspection and cleaning of sanitary sewer lines while operating necessary equipment and vehicles. Assist and/or replace sanitary sewer manholes and broken sewer lines. Assist in the maintenance of sewage lift stations. Install and repair water mains, water services, hydrants, valves, and other equipment used in the maintenance of water reservoirs and pumping stations. Install, read, repair or remove water or sewer meters and related equipment in residential, commercial and industrial settings. Respond to and assist in various customer service needs and issues. Repair and maintain necessary facilities, equipment, vehicles, and tools. Assist in locating underground piping, update and maintain records for water/wastewater systems. Assist inspection of sewer and water mains or service installations and record accurate measurements and details. Perform all other tasks as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Working knowledge of practices, material, tools, and equipment used in the water distribution and wastewater collection systems and the ability to operate and maintain all necessary tools, vehicles and equipment. Experience working with customers. Computer proficiency. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, blueprints, instruction manuals and spec sheets. Residency within 20 miles of municipal boundary. Valid Michigan Drivers License. Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift operator certificate from HBPW within 60 days. Effective workplace skills as demonstrated through WorkKeys assessments (Workplace Documents 4, Graphic Literacy 4, Workplace Observation 3).
Certification Requirements
Waterworks System Operator S-4 certification from the State of Michigan or the ability to obtain within 1 year of placement into this position. Possession of a valid Michigan Commercial Drivers License (Class A CDL) or the ability to obtain within 60 days of placement into this position.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry more than 50 lbs. Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights. Work includes occasional exposure to fumes, odors, dust, dirt, and/or other contact with chemicals or toxins. Work includes exposure to extreme weather conditions including heat and chill.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned to or required of this position.