Water Systems Maintenance Craftsperson/MEO - City of Cambridge, MA : Job Details

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:The Water System Maintenance Craftsperson performs skilled manual work in the construction, operation and maintenance of water systems including work on reservoirs, water gates, drains, mains and connectors; lays and connects service pipes with street mains and meters; locates and repairs water leaks; installs fire hydrants; operates water gates; turns on water for new service; inspects work of laborers and maintenance workers to see that it conforms with the specifications and blueprints; installs water meters; operates related motor equipment, shuts down mains in the street; assists with snow removal i.e. plowing shoveling; and other related duties as assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:* Two years of experience in water works construction or underground utility construction or an equivalent combination of both.* A valid Grade 1 Distribution (D1) Full Operator certificate or Operator-in-Training certificate may be substituted for the required experience.* Working knowledge of materials, methods and techniques related to the installation and maintenance of water mains or underground utilities.* A valid Class D driver's license is required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Heavy work involving operating 90 lb. jackhammer, shoveling, lifting, climbing in and out of excavations.WORK ENVIRONMENT: Outdoors, varying weather conditions.ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (As Outlined in Current Independent Water Workers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement):* Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits* Vacation and sick leave eligible* Sick Incentive Pay eligible* 3 Personal Days* 14 Paid Holidays* Eligible for hourly stipends associated with Water Distribution licenses, Hoisting & Engineering licenses and a Commercial Driver's License* Additional hourly stipend for any overtime hours worked on leaks, snow operations or other emergencies during October - April.DOCUMENT REQUIRED:To complete your application, upload the below documents.* Resume* Cover Letter