Water Field Tech - Valve Maintenance

Holley-Navarre Water System INC • Navarre, FL

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Holley-Navarre Water System is an 18,000 strong member owned not-for-profit water and wastewater company in Santa Rosa County. HNWS has an annual budget of approximately $16 million. HNWS wholly owns two subsidiaries, an engineering firm and a golf course. This position will locate, inspect, and exercise system valves per Department of Environmental Protection and HNWS rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Must be able to operate a Trimble GPS unit to mark and map valves.
• Must be able to operate a valve maintenance trailer (trailer has vacuum and water jetting capability).
• Must be able to use shovels, posthole diggers, pry bars, and any other tools needed to excavate valves.
• Will work in or near high-traffic areas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Extremely organized with great attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and to creatively solve new problems.
• Ability to negotiate and settle differences quickly and peacefully.
• Ability to act as a team player.
• Ability to adapt and learn new software quickly.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Must be willing to work with, train, and support co-workers.
• Must be able to multi-task and work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Locate and GPS all water and sewer valves in HNWS system.
• Inspect and exercise all water valves. Record size of each valve and number of turns to open and close valve.
• Record if valve is working or broken.
• Inspect and repair (if needed) valve box and traffic ring.
• Remove all dirt and debris from valve box.
• Make sure box is centered over valve so personnel can operate valve in emergency situations.
• Mark all valves with road reflectors.
• Keep accurate records for valves.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed