Water Distribution Utility Worker

Oak Lodge Water Services Authority•Oak Grove, OR

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Oak Lodge Water Services team and help maintain the infrastructure that provides safe, reliable drinking water to our community. This is a hands-on, outdoor position working alongside an experienced team to install, repair, operate, and maintain critical water distribution system infrastructure.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of construction experience, utility experience is strongly preferred.
DWS Operator certification or ability to obtain one within 2 years of hire.
CDL or the ability to obtain after hire.
Ability to safely operate tools, heavy equipment, and vehicles.
Team-oriented, customer-focused, and ready to work in varying weather conditions.
Able to work independently, utilizing knowledge of water systems and sound judgment.
Knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools, and materials used in water distribution systems.
Knowledge of current OSHA regulations and safety practices/procedures.
Knowledge of computers and software used in a utility system maintenance environment.
Basic knowledge of computer systems like GIS, Word, Excel and Outlook.
Knowledge of Oak Lodge Water Services goals and obligations.
Skill to operate small hand tools, power tools and construction equipment or the ability to learn and perform these skills on the job.
Skill to operate motor vehicles, including backhoe and dump truck or the ability to learn and perform these skills on the job.
Ability to learn and apply water construction standards.
Ability to learn and apply all required safety standards.
Ability to produce written reports.
Ability for effective verbal communication with coworkers and customers and ability to professionally manage unhappy customers.
Ability to work independently in a productive and professional manner.
Ability to maneuver moderately heavy objects (75 pounds).
Ability to analyze intricate plumbing systems and recommend solutions.
The ability to respond to a system emergency.
Ability to work outdoors in varying environments and weather, including inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

Utility experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair water mains, service lines, valves, fire hydrants, water meters, and other distribution system components.
Perform new installations including water mains, service connections using specialized tapping equipment, fire service lines, air release valves, water quality sampling stations, and other system improvements.
Work may involve excavation, backfilling, traffic control, site restoration, and concrete sidewalk repairs.
Safely operate and maintain the tools, vehicles, and construction equipment necessary to perform water distribution work.
Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and ensure service vehicles are organized, stocked, and ready to respond to routine work and emergencies.
Respond to unexpected water system issues such as water main breaks, leaking service lines, damaged fire hydrants, and other system failures.
Troubleshoot water distribution system issues and assist customers with concerns involving water pressure, discoloration, leaks, or other water service issues.
Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers and use sound judgment to identify appropriate solutions.
Perform work in accordance with OLWS safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and established water construction standards.
Maintain accurate records and complete required reports using computers, mobile devices, GIS, utility maintenance software, Word, Excel, Outlook, and other systems used by OLWS.