Senior Utility Technician - DCOPS (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)

San Antonio Water System•San Antonio, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Utility Technician is responsible for a variety of manual and skilled labor duties for the repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system.

Requirements

Valid Texas Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.
Position specific physical testing.
Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
Knowledge of operating characteristics and safety procedures for equipment being operated.
Knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment typically used in maintenance or construction.
Knowledge of hazards and safety measures as they apply to the type of work being performed.
Knowledge of SAWS safety practices and procedures, including traffic control.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to perform all physical requirements of the job.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to maintain and establish effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and general public.

Responsibilities

Performs manual labor work to include installation of pipes and fittings for the repair, construction, and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
Assigned to operate dump trucks and crew trucks.
Operates front-end loaders, skid loaders and any other equipment assigned of similar size and complexity.
Excavates and backfills trenches in order to complete repairs.
Transports equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites, in compliance with Texas Department of Public Safety Rules.
Loads and unloads materials from trucks.
Stocks vehicle with necessary equipment and material.
Cleans, organizes and maintains facilities, tools and equipment.
Observes and promotes all established safety procedures.
Interprets maps.
Assist with the setup of work zone barricades and signs for traffic control.
Responsible for inventorying tools, equipment and materials.
Provides training on the proper usage of tools and equipment.
Adheres to any and all workplace safety rules and standards.
Willing to report unsafe working conditions and stop work if needed to prevent accidents.
Performs other duties as assigned.