Job Summary

Under general supervision operates equipment of various sizes and types utilized in the maintenance of City easements, drainage systems, and streets. Visually inspects assigned vehicle and equipment to ensure proper operating condition, informs supervisor and completes shop work order for needed repairs. Performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Operates tractors, backhoes, front-end loaders, dozer, Tandem Dump Truck, Motor Grader, Vactor Jet, and Low Bow, in support of maintenance and construction operations.
• Positions safety equipment around work area to include traffic cones and signs.
• Operates emergency signaling equipment and lights when work is in progress.
• Use two-way radio to contact other vehicles, office personnel and supervisor.
• Operates hand and power tools as needed to complete assignments and to clean up work areas.
• Visually inspects vehicle / equipment to ensure signaling and safety equipment is operating properly. Checks brakes, tires, and wipers to ensure proper operation and condition.
• Checks fluid levels to include oil, hydraulic, and water; adds fluids as needed.
• Completes shop work order for necessary repairs.
• Ensures that vehicle/equipment is serviced at the designated intervals.
• Inspects trailer connection to ensure lines are properly connected and to ensure electrical lines are functioning with signaling equipment.
• Visually inspects tires to detect worn or damaged areas; using air pressure gauge ensures that tires are inflated to proper levels.
• Inspects outriggers and landing gear to ensure they are in proper position before departure.
• Refuels vehicle and gas powered equipment as needed.
• Clean vehicles and equipment regularly to ensure a pleasing appearance.
• Assists in other departments as needed.
• Attends departmental meetings and safety meetings.
• Maintains uniform and safety attire to conform to dress code and safety rules.
• Performs additional tasks as needed or upon request.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent training and experience

Experience
Previous experience with heavy equipment

Licenses or Certifications Required
Hold Valid stated issued Commercial Drivers License

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Organization and operational procedures of the Public Works Department.
• Proper operation, use and maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Working with concrete, curb and gutter work, installation of drainage pipes, construction of headwalls and placing rip-rap in ditches.
• Policies, rules and regulations of the City of Phenix City.

Ability to:

• Read to comprehend operator manuals, directives, gauges and indicators.
• Write to complete non-complex forms and records.
• Verbally communicate to converse with supervisors, crew-members and co-workers regarding work related activities.
• Count, add and subtract whole numbers.
• Comprehend verbal instructions.
• Operate two-way radio to communicate with other work crews or supervisors and to receive dispatch information.
• Operate backhoe, front-end loader, tractors, and light trucks proficiently with minimal instruction from supervisor and skilled operators.
• Follow instructions and efficiently complete tasks.
• Exercise judgment particularly in tasks involving the safety of self and others.
• Work under general supervision and carry out assigned tasks.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Work location will primarily be outdoors.

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Public Works Superintendent, supervisors and other employees of the City.

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1200 8th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.

Job Summary

Under general supervision inspects equipment to ensure signaling and safety equipment is operable, checks for proper fluid levels, reports major equipment malfunctions to foreman, cleans and maintains equipment, operates various hand held tools and machinery to complete repair and construction; gather materials, equipment and tools needed to perform tasks; receives daily work assignments, reviews work orders, inspects work site to determine type of repair or installation needed and performs follow up inspection to ensure work has withheld, positions safety equipment around worksite and operates various equipment and tools in repairing asphalt and performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Inspects equipment for proper operating condition and makes safety checks.
• Using a grease gun performs lubrication services on equipment.
• Checks oil, water and hydraulic fluid levels; adds fluids if needed.
• Performs minor repairs and services on equipment to include replacing blown light bulb and fuses. Inspects tires to ensure no wear or damage is visible; uses air pressure gauge to ensure tires are properly inflated.
• Refuels vehicle and gas powered equipment as needed.
• Ensures that safety equipment such as fire extinguisher, road markers, and flares are on board and serviceable.
• Reports major equipment malfunctions to foreman for repair by shop mechanics.
• Receives instruction on assignments or special projects from supervisor.
• Operates push mower to cut grass around facility grounds; uses string trimmer to cut grass in areas not easily accessible with mower.
• Uses hand clippers to cut vines or other debris.
• Operates jackhammer to cut large areas of concrete or pavement; uses backhoe to load and transport heavy debris.
• Operates concrete saw to cut concrete when repairing sidewalks and driveways.
• Operates backhoe to dig holes, repair or install asphalt for transporting to the landfill.
• Operates other equipment used to lay water lines.
• Uses shovel to fill holes with dirt or gravel; levels and packs surface using hand held packer.
• Operates chain saw to remove low hanging limbs from right-of-ways.
• Uses post hole diggers to dig holes and set poles near hydrants. Forms, mixes and pours concrete to repair areas damaged repairs.
• Receives daily work assignments from supervisor; gathers materials and supplies before leaving for work site.
• Reviews work orders and inspects work site to determine type of repair or installation needed.
• Notifies customer and disconnects water leading to pipe before making repair.
• Measures and marks section of pipe used in repairs and installations.
• Operates pipe saw to cut pipe needed to repair water mains.
• Uses various hand tools to include hammers, wrenches and hand saws to perform pipe fitting installation and repairs.
• When performing new installations lays main pipe and use gland packs to connect and seal pipes. Performs follow up inspection to ensure installation and repairs have withheld.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned or upon request.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
Have high school education, GED or demonstrated level of proficiency.

Experience

Licenses or Certifications Required
Valid Class B CDL state driver’s license.

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Water distribution operations installation and maintenance.
• Organization and operational procedures of asphalt repair and construction division of Utilities Department.
• Various tools and equipment including packers, jack hammers and pipe saws.
• Utilities department safety rules and procedures.

Ability to:

• Comprehend directives, forms and other non-complex material.
• Prepare reports, work orders and reports.
• Communication skills to converse with supervisor and co-workers on work related issues.
• Count, add, subtract, divide and perform simple calculations when measuring for pipe fitting. Operate push mower and string trimmer to cut grass around facility grounds.
• Operate jack hammer to cut pavement, concrete and asphalt.
• Safely operate a variety of heavy equipment used in laying water lines.
• Operate chainsaw to remove low hanging limbs and debris.
• Use pipe saw to cut pipes used in installations and repairs.
• Work under general supervision and complete assigned tasks.
• Exercise judgment particularly in tasks involving safety and others or efficiency operations.
• Work as a member of a team.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Work done primarily outdoors.

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Supervisors, co-workers and other city employees.

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1200 8th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Chief Animal Control Officer cleans, disinfects and sanitizes animal cages, ensures that floors are swept and mopped, washes towels used in cages and fills trays with food and water; prepares intake cards, places animals in cages with food and water; assists in treatments and euthanizations and removes carcasses from shelter; assists customers in selecting animals providing information regarding animal health, temperament and breed. And performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Removes animals from cages and places in holding cage.
• Using water hose and disinfectant cleaning solution sanitizes animal cages; sweeps and mops floors and cleans walls.
• Collects and cleans food trays; ensures that trays are filled with fresh water and food before returning animal to cage.
• Collects and washes dirty towels; places cleans towels or paper in cages.
• Mops and cleans interior corridors leading to cages.
• Maintains and cleans reception area by cleaning floors, windows and door handles; ensures area is maintained in a neat and orderly manner.
• Periodically checks cages to ensure food and water trays are filled.
• Using a push mower, shovel and string trimmer, cuts grass and edges sidewalks.
• Prepares animal information card on animals brought to shelter.
• Reviews intake card to ensure descriptive information has been included.
• Prepares animals for bathing and dipping before placing into cage; ensures that sufficient water and food are provided.
• Transports animals to treatment facility, may assist Chief Animal Control Officer in administering treatment by restraining animal, after treatment, animal is returned to cage.
• Transport sick, injured and unclaimed animals or animals not adopted to treatment room to be euthanized.
• Places animals in body bags and stores in freezer until properly disposed.
• Periodically purges freezer and carcasses are removed and transported to waste management for disposal.
• Ensures freezer is cleaned with sanitizing solution after animal carcasses are removed.
• Allows customers to view animals before selecting pet to adopt.
• Provides customers with information regarding animal’s health, temperament and breed.
• Takes precautionary measures to ensure customer or animal safety is not jeopardized.
• Removes animals from cage to allow interaction with customer interested in adopting.
• Prepares animals with any necessary treatments before releasing to customer.
• Informs supervisor of accurate number of animal adoptions; by documenting adoption information for entry into computer system.
• Loads and unloads truck, stocks supplies, ensures that supply rooms are cleaned and organized.
• Answers telephone and takes messages or directs calls.
• Documents the number of animals taken into the shelter, adopted, released to owner or euthanized.
• Assists in other departments as needed or upon request.
• Performs additional duties as assigned or upon request.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
High School/GED or equivalent training and experience.

Experience
Prior experience with animals preferred.

Licenses or Certifications Required
Valid State Issued Driver’s License

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Organization and operational procedures of animal shelter and police department.
• Regulations and guidelines governing animal control and animal rights.
• Animal control process to include shelter maintenance, adoption and animal care.

Ability to:

• Read and comprehend directives, forms, and other non-complex material.
• Write and prepare simple forms, information cards and document records.
• Communicate to transmit information, explaining procedures, and provide customers with information.
• Add, subtract, multiply, divide and perform simple calculations.
• Operate lawn mower to cut grass and maintain shelter grounds.
• Operate string trimmer to trim grass in areas not easily accessible by mower.
• Follow instructions and complete tasks.
• Work under immediate supervision and carry out standard tasks.
• Work as a member of a team.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Work location will primarily be done indoors

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Supervisor, co-workers and Shelter patrons.

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1200 8th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.

Job Summary

Under general supervision visually inspects equipment to ensure proper operating conditions, performs minor lubrications services; reports major malfunctions or repairs needed to supervisor; operates equipment to include tractor with rotating cutter and various hand help equipment; positions necessary safety equipment around worksite to avoid possible hazards; locates and identifies utility lines before digging or installing water mains; inspects worksite to ensure specifications are met and equipment has been properly installed and performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Visually inspects back hoe and equipment to ensure no problems are existing.
• Check fluid levels to include oil, water and hydraulic fluids; adds additional fluid as needed.
• Performs minor repairs on equipment to include replacing blown lights, bulbs, and fuses.
• Reports major equipment malfunctions or repairs or needed to supervisor for repair by shop mechanic. Visually inspects tires to ensure no wear or damaged is visible; using air pressure gauge tests to ensue tires are properly inflated.
• Inspects exterior of vehicle and equipment lights and replaces broken or damaged parts as necessary.
• Using a grease gun performs lubrication services on equipment.
• Inspects fittings or joints on equipment to ensure they are serviceable.
• Using a pressure washer, brush and cleaning solution cleans exterior of vehicles and equipment to remove mud, dirt and debris.
• Positions necessary safety equipment around work area to avoid safety hazards to include safety cones, signs and flares; may position flag person to direct traffic.
• Ensures that signaling and beacon lights are operating when work is in progress.
• Uses two-way radio to communicate with superintendent, dispatchers, and other work crews.
• Operates tractor with rotating cutter to cut sewage right-of-ways and lift station grounds.
• Loads sand, gravel, and heavier debris into trucks for transport.
• Operates hand held packer to re-pack dirt upon completion of repairs. Confers with line locators on locations and possible hazards of utility lines and takes safety precautions not to damage existing water mains or other utilities when working near live lines to include electrical and gas lines fiber optic (telephone) lines.
• Use chain saw to cut trees and low hanging limbs in right of ways; may cut larger debris before loading for dumping at the landfill.
• Uses jackhammer to break pavement or concrete to access sewer lines in need of repair.
• Receives daily work assignments from supervisor; confers with utility personnel to ensure that lines have been located and identified before beginning work; determines type of repair installation needed.
• Installs water main pumps and service lines for residential and commercial properties.
• Assists in installing water pumps at pump stations.
• Uses various hand tools to include hammers, wrenches and hand saw to perform pipe fitting, installations and repairs to include gas powered pipe saw to cut pipe used in water line repairs.
• Assists in performing various pipe fitting tasks, may raise and rebuild man holes.
• Forms, mixes concrete to replace areas of driveways or sidewalks, damaged or removed to make repairs or installations.
• Attends departmental and safety meetings and training on the use of operation of new equipment.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned or upon request.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
Have high school education or GED equivalent or demonstrated level of proficiency.

Experience
Operating various equipment including but not limited to a backhoe, track hoe and dump truck.

Licenses or Certifications Required
Must possess valid driver’s license.

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Water design and operations including installations.
• Organization and operational procedures of water division of Utilities Department.
• Various tools and equipment including tamps, air hammers and pipe saws.
• Utility safety rules and procedures.
• Policies, rules and regulations of the City of Phenix City.

Ability to:

• Read in order to comprehend operator manuals, directives, gauges and indicators.
• Write in order to prepare reports, work orders and similar non-complex documents.
• Verbally communicate in order to converse with supervisor and co-workers on work-related issues.
  Count, add, and subtract whole numbers.
• Safely and efficiently operate jackhammer to access water lines.
• Operate chain saw to cut low hanging limb or other debris from right-of-ways.
• Operate gas powered pipe saw to cut pipe used in water line repairs.
• Work under general supervision and complete assigned tasks.
• Exercise judgment particularly in tasks involving safety of self and others or efficiency of operations.
• Follow instructions and efficiently complete tasks.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Work done primarily outdoors.

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Supervisors, co-workers and other city employees.

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1200 8th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.

Job Summary

Under general supervision monitors control panel and interprets meter and gauge readings, adjusts gates and valves to regulate the flow of water and maintain log of gauge readings; performs scheduled maintenance of pumps, generators and related equipment, repairs or replaces parts using hand and power tools; tests repaired equipment to ensure proper performance; collects water samples and performs tests prescribed by ADEM, records results and submits necessary reports; studies manuals and related technical literature, attends classes and participates in on-the-job training to prepare for certification exams and performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Monitors control panel, conducts on-site observations and interprets meter and gauge readings and test to determine operating conditions.
• Adjusts gates and valves manually or by remote control to regulate the flow of water through plant.
• Starts and stops pumps to control flow of water from river through temporary storage, chemical feed, rapid mix, flocculator, settling basin, filters, post chemical, rapid mix, clear well, and delivery to water mains or storage tanks.
• Maintains log of operations and records meter and gauge readings.
• Periodically washes and back washes filters.
• Performs scheduled maintenance of pumps, generates and related water plant equipment.
• Cleans precipitates, such as grit, sludge and debris from processing tanks and basins.
• Observes/listens to operation of equipment and machinery to locate problems.
• Disassembles pumps and similar equipment as necessary to diagnose malfunction and gain access to and remove defective parts.
• May repair or replace parts, using hand and power tools.
• May remove entire equipment or major assembly for repair by vendor. Starts and tests repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.
• May initiate requisitions for parts or equipment.
• Maintains appropriate maintenance records.
• Takes water samples; may be piped in to laboratory; may collect by hands.
• Performs tests using testing equipment including alkalinity, pH, Carbon Dioxide, Iron, Manganese, Fluoride, saturation, turbidity, color, phosphate, total hardness, calcium hardness, temperature and according to procedures set forth by ADEM.
• Records tests results and submit reports as required.
• Studies manuals and related technical literature.
• Participate in on the-job training under guidance of certified operators.
• Attends classes in operation and maintenance of plant machines and equipment and testing.
• Prepares and takes certification exams.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
High School Diploma or GED

Experience
2+ years experience working in wastewater treatment or similar field

Licenses or Certifications Required
Must obtain ADEM Grade III Wastewater Certification within 36 months of hire

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Wastewater treatment including processes, operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment and laboratory testing procedures.
• Organization and operating procedures of Utilities Department.
• City of Phenix City procedures and work rules.

Ability to:

• Read to comprehend maps, blueprints, procedures, regulations, technical manuals and related highly complex documents.
• Write to prepare forms and records, memoranda, reports, schedules and similar documents. Utilize math skills to solve problems involving percentages, proportions, rates chemical formulas ad algebraic equations.
• Verbally communicate to speak to individuals and small groups, talk on telephone and two-way radio.
• Utilize laboratory skills to perform tests and work with chemical equations.
• Utilize computer skills including keyboarding, text processing and use of specialized programs including SCAD used to process water and generate reports.
• Apply technical knowledge to make correct operational decisions.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Indoors and Outdoors including working with wastewater

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Plant Superintendent and other plant employees

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1200 8th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.