Additional Information/Requirements
- Must be able to lift and carry heavy, bulky tools, equipment and other items weighing in excess of 50 pounds.
- May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, fluids, bodily waste and other materials.
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
- Physical agility and mobility are required to work on uneven ground, in construction areas, trenches of various depths, and subterranean structures.
- Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the operation and use of motorized vehicles and other equipment.
- Frequently exposed to risks associated with traffic and moving vehicles.
- Ability to critically assess situations, solve problems, work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergency situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to understand and carry out oral instructions.
- Assist in the training of others in the safe operation of tools and equipment.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgement, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with employees, project contractors, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, other township administrators, and the public.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations at irregular hours.
- Must be willing to work overtime, evenings, and/or weekends to resolve customer problems and/or perform emergency maintenance or repairs of the water distribution and sewer collection system.
- Employees must be able to respond to emergency calls to perform duties included but not limited to; operational problems, equipment, emergencies, storms, power outages and other emergencies deemed necessary by management after normal working hours, weekends and holidays.
