Water Operator I
About The Position
Under immediate supervision, this role is responsible for performing a variety of apprentice-level duties involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of utility distribution or collection systems, equipment, and facilities. The incumbent will be assigned to work in one of the three utility divisions and will work generally within that division to test, maintain, inspect, repair, and clean the various utility pipes, fittings, inlets, basins, valves, or other appurtenances associated with the utility. All disciplines may involve emergency call-out or overtime repair work, working in various weather conditions, at various times of the day/night. Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around facilities. Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of utility distribution and collection systems. Assist in testing, maintaining, and repairing pumps, chlorinating equipment, valves, meters, gauges, and electrical and gas water-pumping equipment; operate SCADA/telemetry system. Obtain and record water and pumping levels. Assist in obtaining water quality samples, testing, and reporting of sample results. Perform routine daily inspections of all water storage facilities and assist in identifying improper functioning of equipment. Assist in system repairs, including underground pipe repair/replacement, service line connections, leak detection and repair.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of experience performing construction related activities.
- Valid Utah Driver's License.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to follow and adhere to occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
- Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to obtain a Utah commercial driver's license within 1 year of employment.
- Ability to obtain Traffic Control Flagger, Trench Shoring, and Confined Space certificates within 6 months of employment.
- Ability to obtain Grade I Water Operator certificate within 1 year of employment.
Responsibilities
- Test, maintain, inspect, repair, and clean utility pipes, fittings, inlets, basins, valves, or other appurtenances.
- Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around facilities.
- Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of utility distribution and collection systems.
- Assist in testing, maintaining, and repairing pumps, chlorinating equipment, valves, meters, gauges, and electrical and gas water-pumping equipment.
- Operate SCADA/telemetry system.
- Obtain and record water and pumping levels.
- Assist in obtaining water quality samples, testing, and reporting of sample results.
- Perform routine daily inspections of all water storage facilities and assist in identifying improper functioning of equipment.
- Assist in system repairs, including underground pipe repair/replacement, service line connections, leak detection and repair.
- Respond to emergency call-out or overtime repair work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
