Maintenance Tech/Water Systems Tech I-IV- T&D Maintenance

City of Greeley•Greeley, CO

4h•$20 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Greeley is seeking a Maintenance Technician or Water Systems Technician l – IV to join the Transmission and Distribution Maintenance team in the Water and Sewer Department. The Technician will report to the Transmission and Distribution Maintenance Crew Supervisor and will assist in the routine maintenance of the potable drinking water system, assisting in inspections and repairs to PRV’s (pressure reducing valves) Air vacs, Fire Hydrants, valve exercising and repairs, and completing 811 Utility Locates. May provide support to the operations staff in Transmission & Distribution by assisting with routine repair and maintenance of water mains throughout the City. The successful Technician will install water mains, inspect, and perform necessary repairs of water leaks and infrastructure, replace water pipes, and safely and effectively operate equipment. The position requires field work involving working in confined spaces, excavation trenches, and near the operation of heavy equipment. Specific tasks may involve operating various equipment, keeping logs on corrections, ordering, and installing replacement parts, etc. Stand-by duty for emergency call-in is rotated among division employees.

Requirements

Must have a valid, unrestricted driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent to be eligible to test for licensure.
Basic understanding and knowledge of working with the methods, materials and equipment used in utility maintenance work (e.g., metal detectors, measuring instruments, pick, shovels, probe rods, dump trucks, and heavy equipment, etc.).
Must be willing to participate in a rotating on-call schedule.
Must be able to respond to after-hours emergencies, even when not on call, within 45 minutes.
Current Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within one year of hire.
One (1) month of related experience.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within one year of hire preferred.
Water Distribution Operator 1 Certified.
Two (2) years of related experience.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within one year of hire preferred.
Water Distribution Operator 2 Certified.
Three (3) years of related experience.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Water Distribution Operator 3 Certified.
Four (4) years of related experience.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Water Distribution Operator 4 Certified.

Nice To Haves

Prior water, sewer, or streets maintenance related experience preferred.
Prior mechanical experience is preferred.
Prior experience and comfortability working in a heavy traffic environment preferred.
Basic knowledge of Confined Space Entry safety practices.
Ability to measure distance using a tape measure or calibrated instruments.
Ability to interpret maps, electrical schematics, and drawings.
Ability to learn job-related material through oral instructions and observation.
Ability to follow established safety practices and procedures.
Ability to commit to the “on call” schedule.
Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities.
Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal.
Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Microsoft Teams and Outlook, etc.), CityWorks, and the ability to learn and experiment with new software and systems.
Interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others.
Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly.
Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, create schedules, coordinate, and facilitate meetings, and make decisions.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results.
Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed.
Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects.
Ability to focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.
Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages
Ability to navigate a complex political environment.

Responsibilities

Installs PRV parts, Fire Hydrant parts, Air Vac Parts, Valve Parts.
Completes 811 State Law required Utility Locates as required as outlined by CO811 Law.
Performs maintenance on water pipes and equipment.
Investigates color of water, taste, and odor complaints.
Cleans out water valves and fire hydrant lines (March – May) each year.
Maintains and tracks inventory.
Performs cleanup after work is completed.
Uses shovels, hand tools, power tools, drives company pickup trucks, loaders, and dump trucks daily.
Works in confined spaces, excavation trenches, and near the operation of heavy equipment.
Operates various equipment.
Creates and maintains logs on maintenance, corrections, ordering of supplies, and installation of replacement parts.
Participates in stand-by duty for emergency call-ins on a rotational basis.
Completes work orders daily within CityWorks.