Michigan Water Environment Association

Maintenance Laborer - WRC

Job Openings In Michigan Title:
Maintenance Laborer - WRC

Post Date
4/24/2017

Expiration Date
7/23/2017

Details:
Under direct supervision, performs unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor in the assistance of higher level maintenance personnel. Assists in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing County sanitary sewer, water, and storm drain systems. Lifts access covers to locate and remove debris in pipe lines. Also removes obstructions from open drains and catch basins. Assists in operating sewer cleaning and video inspection equipment. Repairs and assists in maintenance of manholes, pipe, and other facilities. May read and record water consumption meters, collect sewage samples, and assist Sewage Metering staff maintain various electronic meters. Uses hand tools to mix mortar and cement, dig and level earth, and sand and paint surfaces. Drives truck to transport work crews and materials. Cleans and prepares work sites, and clears debris. Cleans and maintains machinery, tools, and equipment. Lifts heavy objects on a regular basis, such as iron access covers and cement rings. May work in confined areas underground. Is alert to hazards and uses safe techniques on the job. Provides a written record of work performed, and follows department work and safety procedures.

Employees of this classification are required to be available for operational problems, equipment emergencies, widespread storms, power outages and other operations and maintenance emergencies as deemed necessary by management after normal working hours, weekends and holidays. Also, employees in this classification are required to be on assigned On-Call and/or On-Call alternate, as required by management.

Qualifications:
1. Have had at least six (6) months of full-time experience in a construction or maintenance field
or related area; AND

2. Possess a valid motor vehicle Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Group "A" designation.

Employees are required to possess additional endorsements when assigned to the following areas:

A. Sewer Maintenance - "N" endorsement with air brakes

B. Construction Drain Maintenance - "N" endorsement with air brakes

C. Sewage Treat Plants - "N" endorsement with air brakes

D. Water Maintenance - Air brakes endorsement
NOTE: Employees without the required CDL at time of application must obtain it by the end of the six-month probationary period, at the employee's expense.

3. Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this class.

4. Successfully complete the six month probationary period.

Employer:
Oakland County, Michigan
Contact:
Human Resources

Address:
2100 Pontiac Lake Rd

Work Phone:
248-858-0530

Email:
ocijobs@oakgov.com

Website:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oakgov/jobs/1719402/maintenance-laborer-wrc