Asset Renewal Crew

Job Description Asset Renewal CrewDepartment: Collection SystemsReports To: Asset Renewal Coordinator or AdministratorFLSA Status: Non-ExemptPay Grade: 16Prepared Date:4/20/2023Summary:This position participates, encourages and assists in assigned renewal tasks and projects in the Collection Systems Department; functional areas of responsibility include duties related to the renewing of the collection system infrastructure, including, site safety (including Kentucky OSHA safety principles, practices, and procedures), customer service, quality, and assist in the implementation of and ensure compliance with construction specifications and SD1's Rules and Regulations. Perform a variety of skilled construction tasks that are usually involved in wastewater and storm water collection system rehabilitation. Operate a variety of construction equipment as well as interpret maps, construction drawings, and work orders. To assist the operation, maintenance, and repair of SD1 assets, equipment, and systems within the collections systems.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.)Assists & participates in various renewal activities of Collection Systems Construction crew(s), including renewing of sewer and storm facilities and infrastructureRepair and maintain sanitary sewer and storm pipes.Clean and repair catch basins and manholes using powered equipment and hand tools.Ability to raise manholes to prescribed levels or to rebuild a catch basin to proper specifications using masonry tools.Break asphalt and other pavements using air hammer, pick, and shovel.Excavate area around pipes using powered equipment and heavy equipment, such as a backhoe or hand tools.Cut the damaged pipe and remove it from the ditch.Replace broken pipes with new sections and connect using a pipe repair coupling, per SD1 specificationsInspect joints to ensure tightness and seal before backfilling.Compact pipe backfill using air and gasoline tamper, along with hand tamper.Replace moved or missing manhole covers.Drive pickup, utility bed, or dump trucks, to haul crew, equipment, or materials to and from a job site.Communicate with supervisor, other crew members, vendors, and rate payers using radio or telephone, in a professional manner.Prepare records showing actions taken, human resources, and equipment utilization and disposition of materials.Perform visual inspection of the sewage system with regards to sewage back-ups in homes to begin determination of cause of problem.Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water as required by the SD1's preventative maintenance program, also DOT inspections when required, before departing for a job.Duties may also include making confined space entries into sewer manholes or sewer lines.COMPETENCIESEthics & Integrity: Demonstrates responsibility towards the company, its property, and co-workers.Organization Support: Demonstrates loyalty and supports the organization's Mission, Vision and Organizational Goals.Responsibility & Accountability: Keeps commitments, follows directions, and follows through on assignments.Safety Awareness: Understands and complies with safety procedures.Teamwork & Cooperation: Demonstrates respect for others' perspectives and builds and maintains positive working relationships.Active Listening: Listens to understand other's perspectives, issues, and concerns before responding.Attention to Detail: Uses appropriate tools to synthesize data, establish a path to reach measurable results and measure success.Customer Rapport: Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers.Flexibility & Adaptability: Adapts quickly and positively to internal and external changes.Interpersonal Ability: Builds rapport and positive working relationships through relating to and demonstrating an understanding of others' interests and objectives.Organizational Awareness: Establishes goals and objectives that support the Vision, Mission, and Business Objectives of the Organization.Productivity: Manages time and resources effectively to achieve individual, team and organization goals.Quality & Customer Service: Makes internal and external customer service a top priority by always demonstrating superior service.On request, may be needed for the Field On-Call program for after hour trouble call questions.Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.CategoryMinimum QualificationPreferred QualificationEducationHS diploma/GEDTechnical coursework or relevant trainingField ExperienceNone required1–3 years utility/maintenance experienceEquipment SkillsAbility to learn equipmentExperience with jet/vac or CCTV equipmentSafety KnowledgeBasic safety awarenessOSHA training; demonstrated safety performanceDriving/EquipmentValid driver's licenseCDL A/B or ability to obtain quicklyTechnology SkillsAble to learn tablets/CMMSPrior CMMS/GIS experienceWork HabitsReliable, able to follow directionProven strong work ethic in similar environmentsProfessionalismRespectful and team-orientedDemonstrated customer service professionalismTechnical Equipment OperationAble to learn safe operationExperienced with jetters, vac trucks, CCTVCollection System KnowledgeBasic understandingWorking knowledge of pipes, flow, structuresSafety CompetencyFollows safety rules and PPE useOSHA-certified, strong hazard awarenessWork Habits & ReliabilityDependable and follows directionStrong attendance history, proactive work ethicTeamwork & CommunicationWorks respectfully with othersUses positive communication; supports teamworkDocumentation & ReportingBasic accuracyConsistent, high-quality digital documentationAdaptability & Field PerformanceCan work outdoors in varying conditionsDemonstrated resilience and adaptabilityProfessional ConductRespectful and accountableStrong professionalism and public interactionLicenses & CertificationsValid driver's licenseCDL, safety certifications, equipment trainingPhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Items Used% of time usedHandheld tools (hammers, shovels, sledgehammer, etc.)100%Equipment (quickie saw, drills, jackhammer, etc.)75%Heavy equipment (backhoes, skid steers, etc.)50%Machinery (pumps, motors, mounted saws, etc.)70%Computer or Laptop10%Please list the items that are used in this position and the associated % of time:Positions% of time in positionUp to how much weightStanding100%Walking100%Lifting or moving100%50-100lbsClimbing or balancing100%Pulling100%50-100lbsPushing100%50-100lbsCramped or confined spaces100%Sitting15-20%Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl100%Other positions and the associated % of time:WORK ENVIRONMENT   The work environment characteristics described here 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 functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level is loud while working around construction equipment or other high powered equipment.  Exposure to conditions % of time exposed  Dirt/Mud 20 Significant heat  10 Significant cold 10 Smoke or fumes 2 Harmful chemicals 2 Water or wastewater 40 Moderate or louder noise 2 Vibration 1 Grease or oil 10 Electric shock risk 20 Dust/Shavings 5 Office Environment 40   Monday through Friday 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM