Water Services Worker 11 Evening Shift (2nd Shift) (25-WS)

District Of Columbia Water And Sewer Authority

Job Location:

Washington - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties locations and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a contract between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

General

Job Title:	Water Services Worker 11	Job Code:	S0086
Supervises Directly:	No
New or Revised:	Revised	Regular or At-Will:	Regular
Date Last Revised:	7/24/2024	Exempt or Non-Exempt:	Non-Exempt
Compensation Approval Signature:		Union/ Non-Union:	Union
Department Name and Division:	Water Services Distribution	Salary Schedule:	Regular Wage Service (RW)
Cost Center Code:	813006	Grade:	RW11
Essential Position:	Yes	Reports To:	Foreman Water Services
EEO Code:	Skilled Craft Workers	Work Format	In-Person

Who We Are & What We Do:

At DC Water we provide more than 700000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water wastewater and stormwater Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince Georges counties in Maryland and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in aspire to be known for superior service ingenuity and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision we commit to our shared mission every dayexceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe environmentally friendly and efficient manner.

Role Description:

The Water Services Worker 11 is responsible for conducting investigations based on customer complaints and taking appropriate corrective action.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Conducts field investigations of reports of water leaks. Uses various mechanical and electric devices to pinpoint location and nature of leaks. Listens at mains hydrants service pipes meters curb cocks etc. to determine the location of leak using aquaphones geophones dip needles pressure detecting gages and electronic detectors.
Responsible for making minor repairs of leaks at meters and cc when necessary. Determines whether the leaks are in public space or on private property. Serves repair notices if on private property and provides temporary water until the service lines can be repaired when on public space when possible.
Schedule and executes shutoff. Schedules should minimize interference with traffic flow and inconvenience to the consumer. Performs routine and emergency repairs for water mains and services of all sizes.
Identifies issues related to coordination with other utilities and municipal service providers.
Prepares and submits daily reports of completed work assignments.
Provides guidance and assistance to lower graded workers.
Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations.
Performs FM flow tests.
Performs underground investigations.
Performs turn on and turn off in response to non-payments.
Operates Authority vehicles as an essential function of the position. Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner. Reports any operating deficiencies to the appropriate Authority personnel.
Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.
The incumbent is subject to being placed on call during hours and schedule identified by the Authority and is required to work overtime during emergencies.
Incumbent is required to work shift work holidays and weekends.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships:Interacts with co-workers throughout the Department and with the general public.

Skills & Qualifications:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and ability necessary for an

individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are

provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience:

Five (5) years of progressive experience and expected to have a thorough knowledge of all sections and functions of the Department or

Five (5) years of demonstrated experience involving working in the installation and/or maintenance of water services and cross-connection devices.

Minimum Education Requirements:

High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Required Skills:

Knowledge of the citys main system. Expected to have full knowledge of all Water Services sections and functions

Skill in reading and understanding various pressure and defuser gauges used for measuring water pressure. Ability to read and interpret pertinent water sewer and construction plats maps and drawings.

Excellent communication skills.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operating License and a D.C. Water Vehicle Endorsement.

Required Languages:

N/A

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Subject to indoor and/or outdoor environmental conditions that include exposure to extreme cold and/or hot temperatures.

Subject to noise vibration and hazards from a variety of physical conditions.

Subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin such as fumes odors dusts mists gases or poor ventilation or to exposure to oils or other cutting fluids.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

N/A

Preferred Education Requirements:

N/A

Preferred Skills:

N/A

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

Your Experience at DC Water:

At DC Water our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers innovators and problem solvers focused on protecting lifes most precious resource in the nations capital.

Take pride in your work.We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

Connect to a strong culture.Everything we do is grounded in our shared valuesaccountability trust teamwork customer focus safety and wellbeing.

Be your true self.We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity and we recognize and celebrate employees individuality and unique contributions.

Build your skills and career path.We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to

perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please

email.

DescriptionThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties locations and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-r...