20221103Gem State to Staff 54-62_Attachment 56-5_Utility Worker Gem State.pdf

NWN Water of Idaho
Gem State Water Co.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: UTILITY WORKER STATUS: FT/NON-EXEMPT

DEPARTMENT: WATER/ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTS TO: FIELD MANAGER

DIVISION: UTILITIES SUPERVISES: N/A

JOB SUMMARY: Works under general supervision performing a variety of skilled tasks pertaining to the
installation, operation and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities, while continuing to gain the
education and skills needed to achieve Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing Certification. Works
alone reading water meters on a routine and regular basis. Performs routine meter maintenance and
repairs. Performs custodial and general maintenance on water and wastewater facilities and grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

- High school education or equivalent. (Required by the State of Idaho)
- Valid Idaho drivers’ license.
- Must have or be able to obtain within 1 year a Class I Certification in one of the water fields, i.e. water
distribution, wastewater treatment.
- Achieve 6 hours per year of accredited training pertaining to the water/wastewater fields licensed o
- Be able to read 400 water meters a day, accurately.
- Possess basic math skills.
- Legible handwriting.
- Must be able to safely lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Must be able to accommodate a rotating weekend or variable shift and/or be on 24-hour emergency call.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Compile records and reports in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations.
2. Analyze and conduct mathematical calculations following laboratory procedures to make adjustments in the
operation of a water/wastewater facility.
3. Provide effective communication with supervisor, office staff and other operators on the technical level
required of this position.
4. Conform to all safety policies and participate in specialized training for the safe handling of hazardous
materials and confined space entry.
5. Perform all aspects of utility construction including, but not limited to, excavation, shoring, laying and testing
of water and wastewater lines.
6. *Compliance with all State and Federal rules and regulations pertaining to the operation and maintenance of a
compost and irrigation facility.
7. Compile maintenance records, coordinate and perform necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on all
irrigation and farm equipment.
8. Record legibly and accurately all meter data.
9. Demonstrate professional, high quality customer service always.
10. Observe and analyze problems regarding consumption, installation, and damage or tampering of water meters.
11. Compile maintenance records, coordinate and perform necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on
meters and meter appurtenances.
12. Comply with all NWN Water policies, procedures, safety regulations and culture.
13. Comply with NWN Water grooming and uniform policy.

14. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this
employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other work-related
duties requested by his or her supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working environment will vary from extreme outdoor conditions to indoor job duties. Safety procedures must
always be followed, as worker may be exposed to vehicle traffic, slippery ground conditions, and possible
unfriendly domestic pets. Worker will be continually exposed to hazardous materials, confined space, electrical
components and heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, sewer flushing and transporting vehicles. Worker
must be in a physical condition that will allow access into sewer manholes and any number of holding tanks and
basins in a water/wastewater plant, also allow access to meters, meter repair, and assigned work areas.

Employees: _________________________________________________ DATE: ______________

Manager: __________________________________________________ DATE: ______________