Utility Worker

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK

A Utility Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the construction and maintenance of School District equipment, facilities and grounds. The work of an employee in this classification differs from that of a Trades Helper in that a Utility Worker does not work within a defined trade field or fields.

In relation to escalated experience over a two year period an employee in this classification may specialize in a given type of work depending upon on-going work volumes, individual ability and interest and may be required to undertake other tasks.

A Utility Worker may discuss assignments with school or other staff at work sites to obtain clarifications or explain activities. Major concerns or non-routine issues are referred to a Non-Trades Foreman, or designate.

A Utility Worker reports to a Foreman and Management.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Checks, builds, maintains, inspects, repairs and removes fences, gates, backstops, goal posts, basketball standards, adventure playground and other equipment.

Builds commonly used forms such as those for sidewalks, curbs, retaining walls, etc.

Mixes, places and finishes concrete on-site.

Repairs items such as office furniture, desks, chairs, projection screens, shutters, blinds, etc.

Removes old floor coverings and prepares surfaces for new coverings.  Lays carpet, floor tiles, sheet flooring, stair treads, rubber moulding, etc.

Cuts and installs glass and mirrors, replaces windows and reinstalls window stops.

May be required to dig holes and trenches, lay pipe and set posts for fencing or signs.

Installs various signs and sign posts, as required.

Checks, services and/or recharges fire extinguishers, as required.

Installs and repairs lockers, toilet partitions, gym equipment, etc.

May pick up material from suppliers.

May provide direction to other employees in this classification, as required.

Drives District vehicles to and from job sites.

Completes various District forms, records results from inspections, maintains records etc., related to work assignments.

May be required to perform the functions specified in a lower classification.

Performs duties associated with assisting in welding.

Performs related duties, as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of and the ability to apply standard construction and maintenance practices and procedures and of the tools and equipment employed in such work.

Knowledge, ability & skill must develop as necessary to meet the two year requirements of this class specification.

Ability to read and understand simple blueprints, working drawings and sketches.

Ability to prepare basic records relating to work performed.

Mechanical aptitude.

Ability to complete assigned work according to prescribed standards in a safe, efficient, economical manner, to use appropriate judgement and to work without direct supervision.

Physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform manual work indoors and outdoors.

Ability to communicate effectively in English and to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Knowledge of WHMIS, WCB occupational health and safety regulations and District safe work practices, policies and procedures to perform work requirements within the area of responsibility.

Interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a member of a team.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Less than grade 12, plus additional vocational training related to the work.

LICENCES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATIONS

Valid B.C. Driver's Licence.