City of Kirkwood

Water Distribution System Worker 1 Jobs at City of Kirkwood

Water Distribution System Worker 1 Jobs at City of Kirkwood

Sample Water Distribution System Worker 1 Job Description

Water Distribution System Worker 1

Looking for meaningful work and great benefits? Water is the key to life and a thriving community. Here at the City of Kirkwood, we intentionally foster collaboration, innovation, and inclusion in order to provide the highest quality services around. We work as a team and put people first; that's the secret to our success and why we are recognized as one of the best communities in St. Louis to both live and work!

What you will be doing:

You will be responsible to do repair, to maintain, and test water mains, valves, and fire hydrants. You will perform excavations and backfills and install temporary pavement repairs. Locate water mains, service lines, and valves using pipeline location instruments and metal detectors. You'll be responsible for operating various heavy equipment and assisting with maintenance of pump station equipment and water meters. Landscaping and restoring lawns to original condition. You may encounter hazards from working in extreme weather conditions as well as exposure to hot material, hazardous material, dust and other allergens. A typical day in our water department starts at 6:30 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m., however you must be available and willing to work significant amounts of unscheduled and scheduled overtime when necessary. We offer sleep time, meal times and drive time when unscheduled overtime is required. We offer growth opportunities and fully funded training for those who are interested in advancing their path.

Our Ideal Candidate Has:

A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), preferred. Knowledge of the materials and experience with methods and equipment used in repair and replacement of water mains, valves and fire hydrants. Is able to operate a variety of heavy machinery and equipment used in the repair and replacement of water mains, valves, and fire hydrants. Is able to use GIS mapping tools and carry out oral and written instructions. Able to enter and exit excavations safely by use of a ladder. Performs duties with a high degree of safety in the work place, and complies with all City and department safety policies and requirements. The availability and willingness to work unscheduled and scheduled overtime when necessary.

What we bring to you:

  • Competitive Pay
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation Time and Paid Sick Leave
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans (Some plans are FREE to employees!)
  • Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D and AFLAC Insurance Options
  • Earned Health Day and a Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Caregiver Support
  • Legal Plan and Identity Theft Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Discounts!

Where you'll be working:

Indoors and outdoors in a lovely suburb of St. Louis, surrounded by lots of restaurants, parks and shops.

The City of Kirkwood is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-verify. Persons requiring an accommodation to apply for a job opening should contact human resources at 314-822-5809.

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