GENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of skilled duties related to theCity's Meter Replacement Project,including;installation,maintenance,and repair of meters, meter parts, meter water connections and meter boxes as required by the project scope. Note: This is a temporary position related to the City's comprehensive meter replacement project. The project is estimated to take two to four years, depending on the complexity of the work. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Utility Superintendent, SUPERVISION EXERCISED None. Examples of Duties EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Residential Water Meter Replacement Replace existing meter transiting systems with new transmission systems in all residential boxes throughout the city. Replace entire meter assemblies when needed. Assess meters, meter components, meterboxes, and all service lines to evaluate the overall condition for replacement andeliminateany potential water quality concerns. Operates a variety of hand tools and small power equipment such as jack hammers, compressors, packing machines, threadingmachines, tappingmachinesand tampers; cleans tools and equipment to assure proper working order. Operates valves for isolating segments of the system. Complete daily tracking of completed services. Commercial Water Meter Replacement Replace existing meter transiting systems with new transmission systems in all commercial boxes throughout the city, including theFreeport Center. Operates backhoe and trenching equipment to perform installation or repair of water service connections, water lines,and new meters. Participates in work zone safety procedures relating to confined space, trench shoring, toxic gases in high concentration, low oxygen environment, explosive chemicals,acidsand carcinogens, electrical, heightsin excess oftwenty (20) feet, and biological hazards. Complete daily tracking of completed services. General: Participates in work zone safety procedures relating to confined space, trench shoring, toxic gases in high concentration, low oxygen environment, explosive chemicals,acidsand carcinogens, electrical, heightsin excess oftwenty (20) feet, and biological hazards. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1.Education and Experience: A. High School Diploma/GED AND B. One (1) year experience in construction,maintenanceor repair of water distributionsystems; OR C. An equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional Qualifications/Information 2.Essential Functions, Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities: Some knowledge of operating basic manual and power tools; the standard practices, methods, materials,and tools necessary forpipelineconstruction and repair activities; pipe fitting procedures; the occupational hazards and safety precautions of trench work construction and pipeline maintenance work; hazards common to heavy equipment operation; safety standards related to street construction and maintenance; material and methods of constructing roads, drain systems, etc.; interpersonal communication skills. Ability to perform heavy physical labor; develop andmaintaineffective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, localagenciesand thegeneral public; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; work from blueprints; ability to perform basic mathematical computations in reading and using various meters,gaugesand related devices. 3.Special Qualifications: Must be a certified flagger or able to become one. Mustpossessa valid commercial driver's license (CDL) or obtain one within 6 months of hire. The following certifications desired: Backflow Program Administrator Certification III or IV water Distribution System Operator Certification 4.Work Environment: Tasksrequirevariety of physical activities,generally involvingmuscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, lifting, reaching,etc. Periodic exposure to changing weather conditions and seasonal elements. Occasional exposure to high workplaces, work in standing water for periods of time; volatile materials, and toxic materials. Daily local travelrequiredin normal course of job performance. Incumbent mustfrequentlylift 35 to 100 pounds. Position requires rotating stand-by shift work and overtime including holidays and weekends and is subject to call-back in emergency situations. Clearfield City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.