Hydrant Technician

Rangeline Group • West Palm Beach, FL

4d • $19 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

A Hydrant Field Technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of fire hydrants throughout the water distribution system.

Requirements

• Knowledge of and the ability to use basic hand tools, materials, and equipment commonly used inthe performance of job function.
• Knowledge of using pumps, compressors, and other appropriate equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and be able to write legible and descriptive reports onduties performed.
• Ability to work on emergency repairs and services unsupervised or in teams of various sizes.
• Ability to work outdoors in various and/or extreme weather conditions
• Must have a valid driver’s license clear of multiple and/or major violations.
• Ability to work on an on-call or emergency basis as needed
• Ability to travel locally, regional, or nationally
• Working knowledge of OSHA & EPA Regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent attention to detail
• High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Class A CDL license (preferred)
• 2 years of relevant construction experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on fire hydrants, i.e., cleaning, painting, repairing,replacing, and/or lubricating nozzles, caps, operating nuts, stems, gaskets, chains, etc.
• Performs inspection and testing of fire hydrants to ensure proper operation and to itemizedeficiencies
• Hydraulic testing to establish flow capabilities and locate flow deficiencies.
• Collects pertinent hydrant data through office and field investigation to create a permanent recordfor reporting and safety sheets regarding hydrant number, manufacturer, model, connection, year,valve opening size, depth, location, etc.
• Raises, lowers, pulls, and repairs valve boxes; installs water meters.
• Exercise water distribution valves manually, requiring substantial manual exertion
• Locate valves using a ferromagnetic locator
• Work within confined spaces (Trench boxes, excavations, tunnels, mechanical rooms)
• Read maps and find underground utilities via GPS coordinates and as-builts

What This Job Offers

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