Water Distribution Maintenance Technician Trainee

Englewood Water District•Englewood, FL

2d•$0 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level position responsible for assisting in the construction and maintenance of the water distribution system. The position primarily works with water infrastructure in the public right-of-way and easements. The candidate must live within 10 miles of Englewood Water District's office to qualify for this position due to emergency on-call requirements.

Requirements

Knowledge and understanding of departmental policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Skilled in verbal and written communication along with strong customer service skills.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to use electronic devices such as iPads, laptops, and phones to input data on work orders.
Ability to perform unskilled and semi-skilled manual tasks and to follow instructions.
Ability to maintain polite disposition at all times with the public and other crew members.
Ability to work alone or with limited supervision and direction or in a team environment.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor in adverse conditions.
Ability to perform assigned work professionally and in an organized manner.
Ability to work extended hours in the event of an emergency or critical incident.
High School Diploma from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
Must obtain Class A CDL w/ Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of hire date.
Must obtain an FDEP Water Distribution Level III License within two (2) years of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Candidate must live within 10 miles of Englewood Water District's office to qualify for this position due to emergency on-call requirements.

Responsibilities

Performs installation and maintenance of mains, valves, hydrants, and service connections.
Ability to make minor repairs to meters such as cleaning and replacing broken meter box tops and cleaning meter box of dirt and debris.
Connects and disconnects water service, takes initial and final meter readings, and maintains appropriate records.
Reports on safety hazards, repairs of equipment needed, and unsafe field conditions to managers.
Performs daily vehicle checks. Cleans track and performs minor maintenance, as needed.
Utilizes electronic devices to update work orders and for data collection.
Routinely uses and operates various hand and power tools, as well as gas powered equipment to perform excavation and repairs.
Performs general housekeeping duties as required.
Follow oral and written directions to complete tasks designated by his/her direct supervisor.
Responds to after-hours / weekend / holiday emergencies within 30 minutes while on emergency call-out duty.