Distribution Technician I-IV, 2219 - 4241 DOQ

Left Hand Water District • Niwot, CO

247d • $25 - $40

About The Position

Left Hand Water District is currently seeking the right candidate for a Water Distribution Technician I-IV position. The ideal candidate would have a background in water distribution system operation, utility construction, and heavy equipment operation. However, we are willing to train the right candidate. The position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks related to the operation and maintenance of a water distribution system, water system construction and repair, and heavy equipment operation. Candidates must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays if needed and respond to emergencies. Once trained, positions is also expected to cover on-call on a rotating basis. Hiring range $25.00 - $40.00 DOQ.

Requirements

• Experience dependent on the level of the position (Class I - IV) experience requirement ranges from no related experience for entry level to a minimum of six (6) years of related experience for Class III and IV.
• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.
• A valid Colorado Driver's License and a good driving record.
• CDL Drivers License or ability to obtain within one (1) year of date of hire.
• Class I, II, III, IV Distribution Certificate or ability to obtain within one (1) year of date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform general Distribution Technician duties.
• Utilize mapping, as-builts, and electronic equipment to accurately locate District water lines.
• Act as crew leader functioning with little or no direct supervision and providing direction and training to less experienced personnel regarding all facets of distribution system operation.
• Make rounds of remote site facilities such as storage tanks and pumping stations performing a variety of duties pertaining to distribution, maintenance, and facility security.
• Perform construction, inspection, maintenance and customer service-oriented work related to the water distribution system.
• Read meters on an assigned route either manually or by radio-read equipment; upload and download information into radio read or handheld devices.
• Troubleshoot radio read issues with metering & billing department or vendors as required.
• Identify properties, infrastructure and appurtenances throughout the District and record location and condition manually or through GPS.
• Inspect meters and lines for damage or leaks; install and exchange water meters; repair leaks and replace or adjust meter lids.
• Report inoperative, damaged, by-passed or tampered with meters and related problems; re-read meters as necessary.
• Collect water samples and perform basic laboratory tests related to water quality; document results and take appropriate actions.
• Adjust pumps, flow valves, PRV's and system chemical feed.
• Perform customer service duties in the field as necessary including service turn-ons and shut offs.
• Drain and inspect distribution structures, clean tanks, screens, filters, pipes, pumps.
• Install service lines, meters and related appurtenances; perform varied facility maintenance work as required.
• Participate in organizational meetings; address and respond to service questions, inquiries and complaints.
• Operate District vehicles; inspect and fuel vehicles and perform minor maintenance.
• Observe safe work methods and safety protocols.
• Assist LHWD Treatment Operators during emergencies or as may be required to maintain quality service to Left Hand Water District customers.
• Perform ground maintenance of plants, tanks, reservoirs, intake structure.
• Provide on-call service as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Colorado PERA Retirement Program
• Colorado PERA 401K with up to 5% matching
• Vacation Accrual
• Sick Leave
• 48 Personal Hours Annually
• 11 Paid Holidays per Year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED