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City of Toledo Watermain and Service Repair Worker in Toledo, Ohio
Watermain and Service Repair Worker
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Watermain and Service Repair Worker
Salary
$51,224.16 - $53,919.84 Annually
Location
Toledo, OH
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2025-00243
Department
Public Works
Division
Water Distribution
Opening Date
04/16/2026
Closing Date
4/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
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Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Watermain and Service Repair Worker will perform work of moderate difficulty in performing a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks involved in the repair and construction of watermain and service connections and the installation of services of various sizes;
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Breaks up pavement with air hammer
Digs and backfills ditches and excavations
Loads and unloads equipment of materials
Assists in lowering pipes and fittings into trenches and makes connection by bolting and caulking
Bores horizontal holes under streets and sidewalks for the placement of service connections
Assists in operating tapping machine to bore holes into watermain and completes service connections
Helps in making service line connections and in repairing various types of pipe
Measures, cuts, bends, straightens, flares, and attaches fittings on copper piping
Installs sleeves and compression fittings
Assists in coupling lead service pipes in the repair of lead service lines
Replaces and/or makes repair to leaking water hydrants, valves, and services
Tunnels under surface structure for the repair or replacement of watermains or connections
Operates air compressor, jack jammer, air tamper, pneumatic piercing tool, pumps, and related tools
Cleans up area where maintenance work has been performed
Patches holes in streets and places barricades and safety equipment around construction area
Cribs or reinforces holes or trenches as required
Drives truck in connection with work performed
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Common tools, parts, methods, and procedures used for making service pipe connections and repairs to water lines and appurtenances to the water distribution system
General construction and excavation work over four feet (4') in depth
Hazard and safety precautions of the work
Skill in:
Performing manual work under a variety of adverse weather and work conditions
Working in restricted or confined work areas
Understanding and carrying out work orders
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
Using hand and power tools
Ability to:
Lift objects weighing up to approximately ninety (90) pounds
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and work in confined spaces
Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients.
Multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS
Ability to read at the eight (8th) grade level
One (1) year of manual labor work experience which includes the use of hand and pneumatic tools
Additional or Special Requirements:
- Must possess a valid State of Ohio Class B Commercial Driver's License without restriction as to the operation of vehicles with air brakes
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the employee will occasionally stand and sit. The employee will frequently walk. The employee will occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, drag and/or move up to 100 pounds. Frequently stooping, kneeling, twisting, and crouching may occur with this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. This employee will frequently work in conditions where fume and dust are present. This employee will be constantly exposed to odors, gases and poor ventilation.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
Class Code:Watermain and Service Repair Worker (3415)
The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.
Health Insurance
The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.
Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Group Life Insurance
City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan
The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.
OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.
For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/
Deferred Compensation & 401(K)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.
Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.
For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp
401(k)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).
Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.
Roth 401(k)
The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.
Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.
01
Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?
Yes
No
02
If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list your Division.
03
What is your highest level of education?
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Some College
College Graduate
None of the above
04
Do you possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)? *Please note,if hired, you must show proof of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) prior to the start of employment.
Yes
No I do not have a CDL
I have a Class A Commercial Driver's License
05
How many years of experience do you have in in manual labor work, which includes the use of hand tools and pneumatic tools?
Two (2) or more years of experience
One (1) year but less than Two (2) years of experience
Less than (1) year of experience
06
List the hand tools and power tools you are proficient in using.
Required Question
Employer
City of Toledo
Address
One Government Center Ste 1920
Toledo, Ohio, 43604
Phone
419-245-1500
Website
http://toledo.oh.gov/services/human-resources/
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