Water Operations - Field Service Technician ll

Pittsburgh Water • Pittsburgh, PA

6d • $23 - $25

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Manager, Field Operations, visits private residences and business establishments to post termination notices and/or terminate/restore (valves) water service.

Requirements

• Ability to operate pipe and cable locators as well as box locators
• Ability to use Hand and Air tools such as a shovel, hammer, digging bar, wrench, jackhammer, and air compressor
• Some knowledge of City geography
• Ability to continuously walk, stoop, lift gate box lids and climb stairs, and reach in all weather and for extended periods of time
• Ability to write legibly; understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; basic computer skills and general knowledge of iPad
• Establish and maintain an effective professional relationship with management and co-workers and represent PWSA values to the public
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Applicant must present a current, valid Class C (Class 1) PA Motor Vehicle Operator’s License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid driver’s license must be maintained throughout employment.
• Applicant must have permanent residency in Allegheny County at the time of appointment and remain a resident in Allegheny County throughout employment with the Pittsburgh Water:

Responsibilities

• Visits private residences and business establishments to post termination notices and/or terminate water service.
• Scout and investigate various complaints from Customer Service and or complaints from customers ranging from customers out-of-water, internal leaks, leak responsibility, curb box locations, blow out/clean out and may be required to dig curb boxes.
• Assess water valves and verify residential building’s occupancy.
• Record daily reports of all assignments and locations visited.
• Complete work in accordance with established PWSA policies and procedures.
• Performs activities and functions of related lower-level personnel.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees