STREETS, SANITATION, PARKS

There are several Temporary Part-Time positions available in the Streets, Sanitation and Parks Divisions.

Please submit applications to Kris Hansen at 1402 N. Jeffers, (308) 535-6700 or email to HansenKL@ci.north-platte.ne.us

Click here to download a City of North Platte Employment Application

UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER

NATURE OF WORK

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled work; leads and works on small crew in the installation and maintenance of a water pumping, transmission and distribution system and a sanitary sewer collection system, including lift stations. Supervision is received from an Administrative or technical superior and Senior Maintenance Worker.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Constructs and repairs sanitary sewer and water systems using tractor backhoe, dump truck, skid steer loader and utility truck; provides residential and commercial sewer and water taps.
Operates jet flusher, dump truck, rodding equipment and utility truck in connection with the cleaning and inspection of sanitary sewers and television inspections; descends into sanitary sewer manholes or trench excavations.
Completes work tickets detailing all work performed.
Works and supervises small crew in installation and repair of water mains and service lines and sanitary sewer lines; taps main; installs and performs maintenance on fire hydrants and valves.
Checks and maintains hydrants and valves in the water distribution system; repairs hydrants or valves in the field.
Performs construction services for contractors and plumbers involved in new construction to include; flushing, chlorination and sampling of new mains; shut down of mains; installing tapping sleeves and valves; installing  and/or abandoning valves, hydrants and service connection.
Repairs water and sewer main breaks which includes determining location of the break; removing paving excavating main for repair; installing repairs to broken mains; flushing mains and repairing service.
Responds to after hours water and sewer emergencies on call.
Measures and records location of valves, curb stops and manholes; Takes samples on water.
Monitors computer to control water and sewer systems.
Checks, services and repairs lift stations, wells and pumps; services and occasionally repairs equipment; prepares area and replaces concrete and asphalt.
Performs other work which is consistent with the essential elements of the job.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of the operating requirement of equipment used in the maintenance and repair or the water and sewer system collection, treatment and water distribution systems.
Knowledge of the operational procedures involved in operating and maintaining a properly functioning water supply and distribution system or sanitary sewer collection and treatment system.
Knowledge of the principles and practices regarding the operation of water distribution and sewerage collection systems.
Ability to communicate in person, by telephone and two-way radio; ability to read and understand instructions, maps, location sketches, similar documents, and a computer screen.
Skill in the use of special types of tools and equipment normally used in the work and the ability to instruct workers in their respective uses.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent and progressive experience from entry to the maximum of this classification with considerable experience in the operation of equipment and trucks assigned to the department.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of Grade 4 Water Certification; possession of a valid commercial driver’s license as required by the State.

PAY: $20.01-$28.56
UNION: YES
FLSA: Non-exempt