Water Operations - Valve & Hydrant Specialist

Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Manager, Field Operations, monitor and repair water leaks of any kind; install, replace, and repair hydrants, valves, and fittings. This role involves extensive knowledge of pipeline repair and replacement, and requires the ability to work in hazardous conditions. The specialist will also be responsible for directing the work of Laborers and other assigned personnel in the absence of a Foreman and responding to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of pipeline repair and replacement.
Considerable knowledge of the safety hazards and precautions of the work.
Ability to read job related maps and blueprints.
Ability to use basic mathematics in estimating materials needed for job repairs and record keeping.
Ability to use power tools, such as a jackhammer and/or drill in hazardous conditions such as pressurized gas lines and other utility lines while excavating and to use other tools such as water leak locator.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions; to keep records of work performed, make sketches, and take accurate measurements of installations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, outside agencies, and the general public.
High School Diploma or equivalent; completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the craft, military training or equivalent training at an accredited trade or technical school
Three (3) years of experience in the installation and/or repair of pipelines field, and appurtenances for fire and potable water distribution
Applicant must present a current, valid Class C (Class 1) PA Motor Vehicle Operator’s License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid driver’s license must be maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of carpentry, cement work, and bricklaying.
Prior experience as a utility worker preferred.

Responsibilities

Repair and replace water hydrants, valves, ferrules, tapping tees and tapping valves; make taps and drill ferrules.
Repair property damaged by water related accidents; lays and repairs water lines; operates valves and hydrants.
Locate water line leaks manually or by electronic devices as needed.
Digs, backfills, and taps holes as assigned, shores excavation as required.
Perform work in accordance with City and department safety and operating rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Sketch and take accurate measurements of installations; keep record of work activities such as painting, inspecting, testing, repairing, or replacing valves and hydrants.
Flush water lines; as well as installs and adjusts curb extensions, and valve boxes as required.
Makes repairs to sidewalks, streets, and landscaping damaged by pipeline repair and related activities.
Conduct minor repairs to job-related tools.
Maintain water lines to reservoirs and tanks.
Direct the work of Laborers and other related assigned personnel on job sites in the absence of a Foreman.
Respond on a 24 hour a day basis to emergencies.
Perform activities and functions of related lower-level personnel and other related tasks and duties.
Performs other related tasks as assigned or required.