UG Utilities Water Technician I
About The Position
The UG Utilities Water Technician I assists with the repair, testing, operation, and preventive maintenance of water lines, meters, valves, fire hydrants, air/vacuum relief devices, backflow preventers, and related water distribution equipment. The role includes reading and recording water meters, assisting with meter accuracy tests and repairs or replacements, and helping make wet and dry taps on water mains. Other related duties may be assigned, and the employer may change duties to help ensure public services are provided. The position is assigned to a county worksite and is not eligible for remote work. Work is primarily indoors, with some exposure to outdoor weather and field conditions, warehouses, garages, irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights, and dust. The role may involve physical or safety risks, including exposure to hazardous materials and heavy equipment, and may require personal protective equipment and medical evaluations or clearances. Evening and weekend work may be required. The employee is a disaster-response Tier 1 worker and may be called in before a disaster and required to report when summoned or no less than 18 hours before the onset of tropical-storm-force winds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of experience working with water meters and distribution systems; a comparable amount of training and/or experience may substitute, except for the required certification.
- Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver's license upon offer of employment, with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program.
- Obtain and maintain a Class Level 3 Distribution Certification issued by the State of Florida within two years; demonstrate satisfactory progress toward certification within one year of hire as a condition of employment.
- Maintain reliable full-time attendance.
- Comprehend, speak, and read English.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing, and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with the public.
- Maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, subordinates, and supervisors.
- Operate light-duty and heavy-duty equipment, such as backhoes, end loaders, tractors, and diesel pumps.
- Meet the physical demands of stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, visual acuity, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, climbing, finger movement, and repetitive motions; frequent lifting and carrying of 25–50 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying of up to 100 pounds may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Cartegraph and Harmony.
- Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License if deemed necessary.
- Completion of a Backflow certification course may be required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with repairs, testing, operation, and preventive maintenance of water lines, water meters, valves, fire hydrants, air/vacuum relief devices, backflow preventers, and related water distribution equipment.
- Read and record water meters periodically.
- Assist with tests to determine water meter accuracy and repair or replace meters as needed.
- Perform work making wet and dry taps on water mains.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
