Water Utility Crew Leader - 106231

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary Role To perform a variety of tasks in supervising and participating in the locating, laying, repairing and extending underground water mains and distribution pipes.

Key Accountabilities  * Perform a variety of tasks in supervising and participating in the locating, laying, repairing and extending water mains and services in the distributing system.  * Direct activities of the M/C Utility person, Backhoe Operators and Dump Truck drivers as a crew.  * Locate and mark company facilities associated with PA One Call System (includes overseeing and performing function)  * Set up or direct the set-up of barricades and place safety lights around work site to protect workers from street traffic.  * Operate valves and fire hydrants.  * Complete all necessary forms, sketches and field notes and be knowledgeable of usage of maps and records.  * Investigate complaints and determine corrective action per company procedures.  * Any other duties assigned by supervisors.

Knowledge/Skills  * General knowledge of water hydraulics and distribution system repair and maintenance practices.  * Familiarity with Penn DOT publications for setting up traffic control.  * Familiarity with proper completion of Company forms.  * Knowledge of maintenance procedures for a variety of hand tools.  * Ability to tap into pressurized mains.  * Skillful use of hand tools.  * Valid PA Drivers License  * Ability to comply with Company's attendance and safety policies.  * Available for 24/7 callout and carryover time.  * Preferred:  * Working knowledge of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton distribution system components.  * Ability to tap large water mains.  * Abilities to like stop water mains.

Experience/Education  * Minimum: Competent person certified.  * Preferred: Demonstrate leadership abilities to run crews.  * Vocational education, apprentice training, on the job training  * High School Diploma or equivalent required.  * Ability to understand instructions, safety rules, maps, diagrams, etc.  * Perform basic math.  * Preferred: DEP Distribution License  * Crew Leader training course.

Work Environment  * Both: Inside and outside. A job is considered "both" if the activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts.    Wet and Humid: Wet: Contact with water or other liquids.  * Humid: Atmospheric conditions with moisture content sufficiently high to cause marked bodily discomfort.  * Noise and Vibration: Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction:  * Hazards: Situations in which the individual is exposed to the definite risk of bodily injury

Certifications and Licenses.  * Active state driver's license required with the ability to pass a motor vehicle report.  * DEP Distribution License  * Crew Leader training course.

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