Leak Detection Technician

San Antonio Water System • Olmos Park, TX

5d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Leak Detection Technician is responsible for conducting surveys of water distribution systems by operating complex electronic equipment to locate visible and non-visible water leaks. The Leak Detection Technician works under general supervision. This job has an automatic progression plan. An employee hired as a Leak Detection Tech will automatically advance to Senior Leak Detection Tech upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as a Leak Detection Technician with SAWS and a Minimum Performance Rating of “Achieves”.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months experience performing basic maintenance and/or construction in a water distribution or wastewater collection system or a similar work environment.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Pass position specific physical testing to include ability to successfully pass a hearing screening to include Audiometry and/or Pure Tone Testing.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
• Basic PC skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Demonstrates a continuous effort to improve skills levels.
• Ability to exercise extreme caution and understanding of safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and public relations.

Responsibilities

• Operates complex acoustic and electronic leak detection equipment to assist in accurately pinpointing water leak locations.
• Reads and evaluates water distribution system maps to assist in leak detection survey.
• Applies Leak Detection principals, practices and procedures.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses repairs to system infrastructure using leak detection equipment.
• Interprets and analyzes leak detection data.
• Performs data entry into third party applications in support of satellite leak detection.
• Facilitates interdepartmental teamwork.
• Trains and mentors other employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees