Technician 1 - Water
About The Position
As a Water Technician 1, you will play a key role in our water system maintenance: Valve Exercise, Fire Hydrant Maintenance, or Blowoff Maintenance. Your work is critical in ensuring that vital components of the water infrastructure function properly and meet safety and performance standards. With clearly defined expectations and hands-on field experience, this role offers a structured path for professional development. Upon successful completion of performance milestones, you will have the opportunity to advance to Water Technician 2, continuing your career growth within our team.
Requirements
- Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Able to pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening (required as a condition of employment).
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a valid DOT Medical Certification, as required by specific project locations.
- Physically capable of performing field work, including walking over varied terrain, entering confined spaces, bending, squatting, and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds for extended periods.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and in physically demanding environments.
- Willing and able to travel as needed based on project requirements, including weekends and occasional night shifts.
- Proficient in using mobile devices and field data collection applications.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound, safety-conscious decisions that may impact the public.
- Capable of operating and maneuvering a 4x4 2500 series truck in off-road or challenging conditions.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and committed to high ethical work standards.
Responsibilities
- Accurately collect GPS coordinates for all assigned assets.
- Safely operate, maintain, and clean all equipment.
- Gather precise data from each inspection point.
- Maintain consistent productivity and discipline throughout the workday.
- Achieve and uphold a driving score of A-90 or above, in accordance with the company’s driver performance system.
- Properly use PPE and follow work zone safety protocols on a daily basis.
- Paint, scrape, and clean fire hydrants to meet project standards.
- Perform repairs on fire hydrants and water main valve operating nuts.
- Maintain open and effective communication with support staff and field managers each day.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Company paid smartphone and laptop
- Company paid uniform, Safety boot voucher, and PPE
- Opportunities for paid overtime
- Paid training with no experience required
- Medical, dental, vision insurance and more
- Company paid life insurance policy
- Paid holidays and personal paid time off (PTO)
- 401K with company match after 6 months
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
