Water Sewer Maintenance Craftsman (Two Vacancies)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs skilled and manual work in the construction, operation and maintenance of either water and/or sewer systems including work on water gates, sewers, side sewers, drains, main and connectors.
• Lays and connects service pipes with street mains and meters.
• Lays and connects sewer pipes.
• Locates and repairs water or sewer leaks
• Installs fire hydrants
• Operates water gates.
• Turns on water for new services
• Inspects work of laborers and maintenance personnel to see that it conforms with specifications and blue prints.
• Operates related motor equipment.
• Supervise a crew of less than 3 workers as a lower skill level such as laborers and maintenance personnel.
• Research water/sewer/drain records and mark out locations for dig safe.
• Must be able to work overtime when needed by the department.
• Takes apart and reassembles hydrants and valve mechanisms for the purpose of repairing worn or broken parts that cause leaks or other malfunctions.
• Lubricates valves and adjust their settings.
• Inspects hydrant rods, thrust plates, nozzles, packing and glands and other parts on a regular basis.
• After fires, inspects hydrants to insure the water level is such that freezing will not occur and if freezing does occur, thaws out hydrant.
• Others duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS.

• Valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations and write accurate reports
• A basic ability to use personal computers

Application: To apply, please complete a City of Quincy Employment Application and follow the directions on the Job Postings Page.