Valve Technician

Albemarle County Service Authority•Pantops, VA

3d•$56,185 - $67,422•Onsite

About The Position

Maintain and inspect all functions of water system valves and blowoffs, including valves in meter vaults. Responsible for every valve in the ACSA system; must maintain its accessibility, functioning and make sure it is properly installed. Must have knowledge of ACSA specifications for the installation of water valves to sign off on warranty work by contractors for any projects. Must be able to call in Miss Utility tickets for all repairs and work needed on water valves. Valve Technician shall always be responsible for a direct report. Required to be able to train and educate in all aspects of the Valve Technicians' job. Must be able to educate helper on equipment, parts, system and any other tasks needed at the ACSA. Required to have work planned for the Utility Worker to perform in the event of being absent from work. Must have the ability to pre-plan for any projects and have equipment, parts, and tools ready the day before to ensure the readiness of a job. Required knowledge of computers, the GIS system and pipe locating equipment. Candidate must be available to respond to emergency incidents upon request on nights, holidays and weekends. Ability to efficiently and effectively run crews on major projects or jobs when Crew Leader is absent. Scheduling and planning daily activities to optimize efficient use of personnel and equipment. Oversight of warranty work and sign-off on contractor valve projects. Use of Cityworks (and GIS) for work-order generation, inspection documentation and valve-location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1 to 3 year's related experience
Possession of a valid driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia
Class A combination vehicle and Tanker endorsements
Confined Space Entrant certification
Confined Space Rescue Team certification
CPR/First Aid/AED certification
NIMMS Training
16 Hour Asbestos Operations and Maintenance certification
VDOT flagging certification
Intermediate Work Zone Safety certification
Forklift Training
16 Hour OSHA Training
Self-Contained Breath Apparatus (SCBA) clearance
Basic and Advanced Leadership course
Ability to pass drug/alcohol testing
Ability to work in extreme heat and cold
Ability to lift up to 100 lbs
Knowledge of computers
Knowledge of the GIS system
Knowledge of pipe locating equipment

Responsibilities

Maintain and inspect all functions of water system valves and blowoffs, including valves in meter vaults.
Ensure accessibility, functioning, and proper installation of every valve in the ACSA system.
Sign off on warranty work by contractors for projects based on ACSA specifications for water valve installation.
Call in Miss Utility tickets for all repairs and work needed on water valves.
Train and educate helpers on equipment, parts, system, and other tasks.
Plan work for Utility Worker in the event of absence.
Pre-plan projects and ensure equipment, parts, and tools are ready.
Respond to emergency incidents upon request on nights, holidays, and weekends.
Run crews on major projects or jobs when Crew Leader is absent.
Schedule and plan daily activities to optimize efficient use of personnel and equipment.
Oversee warranty work and sign-off on contractor valve projects.
Use Cityworks (and GIS) for work-order generation, inspection documentation, and valve-location.