Water Distribution Technician

Responsibilities:

• Install meters, waterlines and other equipment as directed.
• Maintain and repair fire hydrants, waterlines, meters, valves, and other equipment related to the distribution system.
• Maintain and repair wastewater force mains and gravity collection mains and laterals.
• Locate and mark water mains, force mains, and gravity mains.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies on vehicle.
• Repair and test backflows.
• Inspects and tests tools, vehicles, and safety gear; reviews and restocks supplies; performs service vehicle inventory.
• Repairs service leaks and/or main leaks and breaks.
• Performs routine cleaning, maintenance, and repair of distribution equipment, vehicles, and buildings.
• Operates a variety of small equipment (i.e. jack hammers, concrete saws, chain saws).
• Keeps records of work performed and submits reports as required.
• Safeguards all assigned tools, equipment, and electronics from theft, loss, destruction and/or negligence.
• Functions on a rotating “on call” basis for emergency response.
• Remains in contact via company phone/radio at all times in the event of an emergency.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Operation and control of equipment.
• Communicate with the public in a professional manner.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Using basic hand tools.
• Exercise good judgement and initiative.
• Clearly communicate and understand information, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalency.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• State of Florida driver’s license and be able to obtain Class “A” CDL with tanker and air brakes endorsements within first year of employment.
• State of Florida Distribution Level IV License must be obtained within 24 months.
• Backflow testing and repair certificate within first year of employment.
• Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certification within 6 months.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,183.00 - $60,848.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,183 - $60,848