Utility Operator

On the job training will be provided.

Responsible for operating and maintaining the collection system - cleaning, maintaining and repairing sewer lines, pump stations, wet wells, septic tanks, interceptors, manholes, and related equipment and responding to emergencies as required.

Description of Primary Responsibilities
1) Responsible for performing the operation and maintenance of the collection system.
2) Responsible for the operation and general maintenance of collection systems specialty equipment, tools, and vehicles.

General Development
1) Possesses basic organizational skills, typically to organize own work.
2) Has the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
3) Performs work in response to workflow or ongoing direction by supervisors or others; ability to take direction and adapt to change.
4) Willingly accepts on-call responsibilities.
5) Consistently follows appropriate safety rules and practices.
6) Has the ability to effectively select from alternatives to situations encountered on the job.
7) Considers the impact of work product on other employees in the work process.
 
Professional & Technical Knowledge
1) Possesses a basic level of written and verbal communication skills, computational and computer skills and mathematical knowledge typically acquired through completion of a high school program.
2) Possesses knowledge of basic occupation hazards and safety principles.
3) Possesses specific knowledge and training in operation of equipment and mechanical systems used during the work process.
4) Possesses basic understanding of disposal regulations sufficient to determine proper disposal site.

Technical Skills
1) Possess aptitude in the use of mechanical, electrical, and hand tools.
2) Has the ability to use sewer maintenance tools and equipment.
3) Has the ability to read and interpret location maps and process diagrams.
4) Has the ability to review basic correspondence and simple reports in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Licenses & Certifications
1) Possesses - or has the ability to obtain through on the job training - a valid Hawaii Driver’s License with      CDL-B, tanker endorsement, air brakes, and no restrictions.
2) Possesses a valid State of Hawaii Department of Transportation medical examination certificate.

Communications Skills
1) Exercises tact and diplomacy in the resolution of mild conflicts or disagreements.
2) Effectively conveys technical information to non-technical audiences.
3) Effectively communicates information in written (including electronic) correspondence.

Physical Demands
1) Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.
2) Is able to be exposed to hazardous, unsanitary and unpleasant conditions.
3) Is able to work shift, weekend, and holiday schedules.
4) Is required to respond to emergency call outs.
5) Has the ability to perform heavy lifting (50#) and other manual work under adverse conditions.

Pay Range: $29.10 - $34.87per hour
An annual incentive bonus with an earning potential of 10% of base pay.