Field Utility Coordinator II (DCOPS)

San Antonio Water System•San Antonio, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Utility Coordinator II is an advanced position responsible for performing field and administrative work in support of utility location, dead-end main flushing, fire hydrant program, wastewater response and/or water leak response within Distribution & Collection Operations. This role evaluates priority and coordinates operational assignments with minimal disruption in utility service to customers. The Field Utility Coordinator II responds to maintenance and construction activities during normal and crisis situations and maintains effective communication with internal and external customers, contractors, and governmental agencies. This position receives general supervision and may be assigned to support utility location, dead-end main flushing, fire hydrant program, wastewater response and/or water leak response efforts depending on business needs. This job has an automatic progression plan; an employee hired as a Field Utility Coordinator II will automatically advance to Senior Field Utility Coordinator upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as a Field Utility Coordinator II with SAWS.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Three years’ experience in construction, water, wastewater or similar work environment.
Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License within 24 months of hire or TCEQ Class “II” Wastewater Collection Operator License with 24 months of hire depending on area of assignment.
Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

Nice To Haves

TCEQ Class "III" Wastewater Collection Operator License.

Responsibilities

Facilitates interdepartmental teamwork and communicates regularly with management.
Promotes and practices a safe working environment for internal and external customers.
Forecasts and secures needed resources within area of assignment.
Performs administrative duties to support field personnel activities by updating work orders and services requests in the computerized maintenance management system (INFOR) with findings, resource usage, and completion status.
Creates follow-up work orders for other groups as necessary.
Utilizes GIS, block maps, and/or as-built drawings in performing daily assignments.
Organizes, cleans and maintains vehicle, tools, equipment and stocks vehicle with the necessary tools and supplies.
May assist customers by answering general questions and providing appropriate information.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Responds to and manages activities during routine and emergency situations to optimize efficiency and effectiveness of field work.
Accurately locates underground utilities for internal departments and external customers to prevent damage to SAWS assets.
Works with external agencies to schedule and oversee utility locates for maintenance and construction projects.
Aligns underground assets with contractor work assignments, ensuring proper communication and adherence to SAWS Locates policies.
Conducts on-site inspections to confirm completeness and compliance with established standards and specifications.