Water Maintenance Technician

City of Harlingen Waterworks System•Harlingen, TX

1d•$17 - $21

About The Position

The Water Maintenance Technician performs unskilled to semi-skilled work installing, maintaining, and repairing water fixtures, hydrants, water line valves, water mains, and related water and sewer infrastructure throughout the HWWS. The position assists with locating and mapping water and sewer lines, including mapping existing water line valves and tagging hydrants. Work is usually performed under immediate supervision, and use of heavy equipment is under the direct supervision of the Water Maintenance Supervisor. Work is evaluated through observation and the efficiency of duties performed. The role involves installing and repairing pipes, fittings, taps, fire services, tapping sleeves, valves, and water services; performing skilled plumbing work on existing mains and meter services; exposing utility services to prevent damage; and working with varied pipe materials and related infrastructure. The technician reads prints and maps, uses measuring and testing equipment, maintains records, loads and inventories materials, cleans work sites, and works in and around sewer manholes as necessary. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Some basic computer skills.
Some customer service experience.
Experience using basic hand tools and some large equipment.
Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations related to water-line maintenance and repair.
Valid Texas Driver’s License; a CDL Class B is preferred.
Ability to read maps and blueprints, follow and maintain hydrant routes, use a tape measure, and maintain proper records.
Ability to use PDA devices, pressure and flow gauges, and CL2 equipment.
Ability to use the tools, equipment, and heavy machinery associated with the job.
Ability to write legibly, including daily information and work-order requests.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform tasks quickly and accurately.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions daily.
Ability to understand and communicate HWWS policies, procedures, and services and make decisions in accordance with them.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class B.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in maintaining and repairing water lines, hydrants, and valves.
A combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
General knowledge of neighborhood geographical areas.
Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish in technical terms.
Some customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintaining, installing, and repairing leaks and breaks in hydrants, water lines, valves, and water and sewer fixtures.
Map existing water line valves and tag hydrants in the Waterworks System.
Spot and locate water and sewer lines.
Operate necessary heavy equipment, power-driven equipment, company trucks, and other equipment to complete assignments.
Install, maintain, and repair hydrants, taps, water mains, water fixtures, and water line valves using equipment such as a backhoe, air hammer, hydraulic valve machine, dump truck, or service truck, under direct supervision.
Assist with installing pipes and fittings, water mains, fire services, tapping sleeves, valves, and water services.
Perform skilled plumbing work replacing or repairing old mains and meter services and constructing new lines.
Locate and map existing water line valves and expose utility services to help prevent damage to utilities.
Read prints and maps; measure, paint, and tag fire hydrants; and maintain hydrant routes and records.
Use PDA devices, pressure and flow gauges, and CL2 testing equipment.
Load and unload pipes and fittings at storage areas and work sites; stock and inventory the unit; and follow assigned crew procedures and processes.
Work in and around sewer manholes as necessary.
Clean joints and gaskets, haul spoils or backflow materials to and from work sites, and clean work areas.
Perform other work as assigned.