Seasonal Water Utility Laborers

Job Description

The primary function of this position is to perform various water system maintenance tasks as a temporary/seasonal Water Utility Laborer.

Job Related Qualifications

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Shows Self-motivation and a strong work ethic.
• Performs ground maintenance or closely related work.
• May drive a truck while towing a utility trailer.
• Applies knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precaution.
• Operate small power tools required to complete the maintenance of water systems.
• Perform traffic control responsibilities, such as setting up, moving, and tearing down traffic control cones and signage, and flagging as needed.
• Operate weed eater and mower to perform grounds maintenance on utility properties.
• Clean utility equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain, clean, and paint fire hydrants, blow-offs, valve markers, and Airvacs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred but not Required Work Experience, Qualifications, and Skills:

• Experience in ground maintenance or closely related work experience.
• Experience driving a truck while towing a utility trailer.
• Flagging Certification.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Special Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successful applicants must pass a background check and drug test.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to be self-motivated and possess a strong work ethic to help meet KPUD’s mission of Strengthening Kitsap communities through responsive and sustainable utility services.

Miscellaneous

Working Conditions:

Work conditions include: Lifting and moving up to 25 pounds, use of construction equipment and hand tools, frequently sitting and standing for extended periods in the field, all weathers, Noise Level Moderate, occasionally exposed to high noise level, working around moving traffic.

Benefits Information

Temporary position, no benefits.