Underground Utilities Water Technician I ID - 15762

NATURE OF JOB:
This is technical work in the operation and maintenance of the County's water distribution system, including but not limited to water lines, water meters, valves, fire hydrants, air/vacuum release devices, backflow preventers and related components.  General supervision is received from Distribution Technician II who reviews work primarily for accuracy, adherence to established policies and accepted procedures of technical operation.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assists with repairs, testing, operating and performing preventative maintenance on water lines, water meters, valves fire hydrants, air/vacuum relief devices, backflow preventers, and related water distribution equipment.
  • Performs periodic reading and recording of water meters.
  • Assists in performing tests to determine accuracy of water meters and in making repairs and/or replacing water meters as needed.
  • Performs work in the making of wet and dry taps on water mains.
  • Regular reliable full time attendance as scheduled.
  • The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the County and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduation from high school, vocational school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.  
  • At least one (1) year experience working with water meters and distribution systems.  
  • Must have and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.
  • Must be able to comprehend, speak and read the English language.
  • Evening and weekend work may be required.
  • A comparable amount of training and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications with the exception of the required certification.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduation from high school, vocational school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.  
  • At least one (1) year experience working with water meters and distribution systems.  
  • Must have and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.
  • Must be able to comprehend, speak and read the English language.
  • Evening and weekend work may be required.
  • A comparable amount of training and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications with the exception of the required certification.

 LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of the functions and servicing requirements of water lines, water meters, valves, fire hydrants, air/vacuum relief devices, backflow preventers and related water distribution equipment.
  • Knowledge of the County water system, source of supply, treatment methods, and more particularly the distribution system.
  • Knowledge of MOT/Work Zone Safety procedures.
  • Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Cartegraph, Harmony and Outlook is recommended.
  • Knowledge of Utility locations.
  • Ability to operate light duty and heavy duty equipment (i.e. backhoes, end loaders and tractors, diesel pumps, etc).
  • Outstanding project management and organizational skills.
  • Proficient oral and written communication abilities.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, subordinates and supervisors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is primarily performed indoors but requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.

This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.).   This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.

This position requires stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, visual acuity (i.e. seeing up close, seeing far away, depth perception), kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, climbing, finger movement, repetitive motions.  This position may require frequent lifting and carrying of 25-50lbs, and occasionally up to 100lbs.

Salary : $39,208 - $68,598

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