PUBLIC WORKS LEAD WORKER
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, assists the Public Works Supervisor in assigning and reviewing work of Public Works maintenance workers and technicians in the utility field; serves as the Supervisor on a relief or assigned basis; performs the full range of skilled and semiskilled work in the construction, modification, maintenance, repair and operation of City infrastructure, including, water and wastewater systems, and municipal pool; and stormwater maintenance inspection and performs related work as required,
This position is a working lead and acts as second in command to the Public Works Supervisor, assuming supervisory duties of the utilities in the absence of the Supervisor. Assists in determining work to be performed and reviewing the work of crews on a regular basis as assigned. In addition, the incumbent performs a wide variety of work to ensure that the public infrastructure of the City is maintained in a safe and effective working condition. This position will collaborate work with the streets Lead Worker in coordinating work.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the direct supervision of the Public Works Supervisor, who plans and assigns work for conformance with prescribed standards.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provides job-site supervision through the assignment of tasks, direction of work and establishment of manner and method of the activities of Public Works Utilities maintenance workers and Technicians or other assigned workers, both in regular and temporary assignments. Upon assignment, may supervise or manage special projects.
EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPAL DUTIES
• Assists the Public Works Supervisor in assigning and reviewing work on an assigned basis.
• Trains staff in work procedures.
• Assumes the duties of the Public Works Supervisor on a relief basis. • Assists in establishing and maintaining a maintenance schedule for public utilities. • Assists in establishing and performs valve exercising, line flushing programs and WWTP maintenance and repairs.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining all Safety programs.
EXHIBIT A
2 Performs the full variety of Public Works Maintenance Worker duties, and utility duties in all areas of assignment, including:
• Cleaning storm drains, and other appurtenances.
• Connecting and disconnecting water service; reading water meters on a scheduled basis and recording readings on an automated system for billing purposes. • Tapping lines to install new services, repairing water distribution or service lines, hydrants, and meters.
• If appropriately certified, repairing and testing backflow prevention devices. • Monitoring water wells, checking chlorine devices, taking a variety of pressure and flow readings, and making standard physical and chemical tests of potable water. • Performing minor maintenance on pumps and equipment as required. • Monitoring lift stations, performing minor maintenance on pumps and equipment as required.
• Monitoring the wastewater treatment plant; cleaning and performing minor maintenance on plant equipment; taking a variety of chemical, effluent and flow readings and making standard physical and chemical tests of wastewater at specified process steps. • Repairing wastewater collection lines and related appurtenances. • Maintaining wastewater disposal fields, using various heavy equipment, and activating valves as required.
• Mowing and weed whacking the WWTP for weed abatement. • If appropriately certified, apply herbicides and pesticides as required. • Performing rodent control.
• Repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures as required.
Pool maintenance:
• Maintain water balances (chemicals, etc.).
• Maintain chlorination system.
• Back/Wash filter.
• Regulate pool temperature with heater/solar system.
• Maintain chemical feed pumps.
• Maintenance of pool area equipment.
• Building and grounds maintenance.
• Inspects and performs service, minor maintenance and repair on a variety of hand and power tools and equipment; assists the mechanic in performing repairs to various rolling stock.
• Maintains logs and records of work performed and materials, supplies and equipment used. • Conducts monthly tail gate safety talks from Public Works manual in the absence of the Public Works Supervisor.
• Serves as the Public Works Department’s representative to the Safety Committee. • Coordinates and monitors the Cross-Connection Control Program. • Provides training to newly appointed maintenance workers or to all workers on new job assignments.
• Maintain the use of protective clothing and equipment at all times. • Maintains personal hygiene during all work assignments. 3 QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Maintenance principles, practices, tools and materials for maintaining and repairing a variety of valves, pumps, hydrants and equipment such as found in the City. • Public Works Department Safety Rules and Practices Accident Prevention Program. • The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of vehicles and power equipment. • Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Applicable codes and regulations.
• Shop arithmetic.
• Safe driving rules and practices.
• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
Skills in:
• Assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of staff on a project or day-to-day basis. • Training staff in work procedures.
• Performing skilled and semiskilled construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of equipment such as found in the City. • Using and maintaining the tools and equipment of the work skillfully and safely. • Operating and maintaining a variety of water production, treatment and distribution facilities and wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal facilities. • Performing standardized physical and chemical tests on water and wastewater samples. • Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Maintaining accurate logs and records of work performed. • Working independently or in a team situation.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is desirable.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Ability to achieve and maintain required certificates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of municipal construction, maintenance and repair experience. Experience with water and/or wastewater treatment system operation and maintenance is highly desirable.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Must possess a valid California class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of a valid California Class A driver’s license is desirable.
Must earn and maintain within eighteen (18) months of appointment: Back Flow Tester Certificate, Grade I Water Distribution System Maintenance Certificate, Grade I Sewer Collection System Maintenance Certificate, (within 24 months) Grade 1 wastewater Certificate, California State Pesticide License, California Motor Vehicle class B License, Cross Connection Control Specialist Certificate
4 WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be available for regular standby assignments, work emergency overtime as required and respond to emergencies in a time period as specified in the Personnel Rules. Must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic and potentially hazardous conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess strength, stamina, and mobility to perform heavy physical work and drive a motor vehicle and heavy construction equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.