Lead Water Distribution O&M Technician

Woodard & Curran•O’Fallon, MO

7d•$33 - $36

About The Position

As a Lead Water Distribution O&M Technician at Woodard & Curran, you will participate in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system. Work includes repairing water and sewer pipes, valves, hydrants, and other appurtenances; operating heavy equipment; welding and fabricating parts and tools; and repairing water and sewer mains. You will also help respond to and resolve customer complaints, restore streets, driveways, and yards following installation work, locate and inspect new lines, and perform related duties. The role includes responsibility for invoicing and inventory. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Summer schedules are Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. An irregular work schedule and overtime are required, as is participation in an on-call rotation. The position involves manual labor and physical activity, including standing, walking, lifting, and working with tools and equipment. Candidates must complete a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen before employment.

Requirements

Positive attitude and work ethic.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Possess and maintain a Missouri DS 3 Distribution License.
Possess and maintain a Missouri D Treatment License.
Valid Missouri motor vehicle operator’s license and a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL), or ability to obtain the CDL within six months.
Ability to perform manual labor and regularly lift or move up to 40 pounds.
A minimum of 2 years of relevant lead experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and installation of distribution systems.
Knowledge of operations and preventative maintenance.
Skill operating equipment such as excavators, track loaders, and hydro-excavation equipment.
Skill using a variety of hand and power tools.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including regular standing or walking, manual dexterity, repetitive arm and hand movements, and activities such as climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, and reaching.
Ability to perceive and differentiate colors or shades, sounds, odors, depth, and visual cues or signals.
Successful completion of a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical, technical, or vocational school background or experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in operating, maintaining, and repairing the water distribution system.
Repair water and sewer pipes, valves, hydrants, and other appurtenances.
Operate heavy equipment, including excavators, track loaders, wheel loaders, vac-trucks, and backhoes.
Weld and fabricate parts and tools.
Repair water and sewer mains.
Assist with responding to and resolving customer complaints.
Repair streets, driveways, and yards following installation operations.
Assist in locating and inspecting new lines and perform related duties.
Handle invoicing and inventory.
Participate in an on-call rotation.

Benefits

Retirement benefits.
Generous paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Flexible spending account.
Career growth opportunities.
Support and reimbursement for earning, upgrading, and maintaining industry licenses and certifications.
Bonus potential for obtaining next-level licensure.
Cross-training opportunities to improve facility operations, job satisfaction, and job security.