Management Job Description

Union Job Profile

Job Title: Job Code: Transmission Worker TW0196 Affiliation: Wage Grade/Hourly Rate: Local 416 Service Area: Hours of Work per Week: Citizen Focused Services B 40 Division: Date Prepared: Toronto Water April 4, 2008

Major Responsibilities:

 Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, installation, operation and repair duties related to the City’s water transmission system and associated structures and mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and electronic equipment.  Determines work requirements, procedures to be used, materials required etc. Prepares job site, erects barricades, carries out traffic control measures, prepares scaffolds and elevated working platforms, sets up equipment, operates overhead cranes, etc.  May be designated as “supervisor” as defined by the O.H.S.A., acts as the City contact on site and is deemed to be the competent individual as defined by the O.H.S.A. as it relates to the job functions, when required to direct a crew.  Maintains, operates and repairs water mains, valves, and appurtenances such as the testing of backflow prevention systems. Installs and maintains water meters and flow recorders.  Cuts out branches and replaces pipes. Repairs and clears drains. Inspects, maintains, and repairs water main chambers including their structure and internal equipment such as valves and ladders.  Performs basic electrical and instrumentation work, not requiring the services of a tradesworker, such as cleaning/calibration/testing of identified instruments, maintenance of batteries, lighting systems and minor electrical repairs, as well as performs routine service and repairs to mechanical equipment.  Performs repairs, maintenance, and construction of structures and grounds.  Sets up and operates oxy/acetylene and cutting equipment to effect minor repairs, not requiring the services of a tradesworker.  Flushes and disinfects trunk mains and equipment, and checks water quality parameters, as required.  Transports staff to various work locations and responds to emergency calls.  Utilizes the Work Management System to identify and report maintenance needs, prepare reports, and initiate material requests.  Communicates effectively verbally and in writing, including the preparation of reports and sketches, details of work completed, and data logging.  Utilizes, tests and checks a variety of tools/equipment/machines/vehicles and is responsible for their maintenance.  Provides support to other tradespersons.  Performs other related work as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

 Extensive experience in utility repairs and installations and in utilizing a variety of power tools and heavy equipment.  Experience performing various maintenance, installation and repairs as described above with the ability to use the related equipment.  Ability to work well as a team member with minimal supervision.  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  Basic computer skills, with an ability to input data.  Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.  Ability to provide work direction and training to others.  Must have completed and passed the MOE certificate for water distribution class 1.  Ability to deal courteously with the public.  Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to perform the principle functions and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent in the job. Page 1 of 2 Transmission Worker

 Must be able to work in and have knowledge of confined space entry and traffic control regulations.  Knowledge of City’s water, transmission systems, installations and maintenance work, etc.  Ability to read and interpret sketches/maps/drawings.  Must be able to work in all weather conditions, heights, and confined spaces.  Must be physically capable of performing required duties.  Must be available to work shift/weekend/overtime/on call duty, and report to remote sites.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to perform the principle functions and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent in the job. Page 2 of 2