Water & Sewer Technician

City of Brentwood•Brentwood Service Center, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Brentwood is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented individual to join its Water Services team as a Water & Sewer Technician. Help install, maintain, and repair the water and sewer systems that serve Brentwood residents and businesses, including utility lines, service connections, meters, hydrants, grinder systems, and related equipment. This is hands-on, physically active outdoor work and an opportunity to build a stable, long-term career maintaining essential public infrastructure. Candidates may be hired at the Maintenance Technician or Senior Maintenance Technician level based on their qualifications. The Water Services Department maintains more than 225 miles of water lines, 13 pump stations, and nine finished-water storage tanks with a total capacity of 14 million gallons. As a member of this team, your work will have a direct and lasting impact on Brentwood residents and businesses. The City of Brentwood is located in scenic Williamson County, just south of Nashville, and is consistently recognized as one of the most desirable suburban communities in Tennessee.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license required.
One to two years of experience in construction, plumbing, pipeline, utility, or related maintenance work preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience (for Maintenance Technician Level).
Three to five years of experience in the water and wastewater industry, preferably in a municipal or utility district environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience (for Senior Maintenance Technician Level).
State of Tennessee-issued Class II water distribution or sewer collections license required (for Senior Maintenance Technician Level).
An approved out-of-state license may be accepted through reciprocity by the State of Tennessee.
Cross Connections Control certification required (for Senior Maintenance Technician Level).
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, equipment and tools which includes a heavy motor vehicle, metal detector, chain saw, hand tools, mechanic tools, lawn tools, janitorial tools, telephone, etc.
Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials.
Must be able to exert in excess of one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently.
Ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, technical, structural, or compositional characteristics of data, people, or things.
Ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants.
Ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures related to the job.
Ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
Ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice.
Ability to learn and understand basic to complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to the job.
Ability to record and deliver information to supervisors and officials; to explain procedures and policies; and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.
Ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; determine time and weight; and utilize statistical inference.
Ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with equipment.
Ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated equipment.
Ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.
Ability to deal with people (i.e. staff, supervisors, general public, and officials) beyond giving and receiving instructions such as in interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency related to the job.
Ability to talk and/or hear: (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

Nice To Haves

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred, or ability to obtain within two years of hire (for Maintenance Technician Level).
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required within one year of hire (for Senior Maintenance Technician Level).
Enjoys working outdoors in a physically active, hands-on environment.
Dependable, safety-minded, and willing to learn.
Can work independently while contributing to a team.
Takes pride in supporting essential public infrastructure and serving the community.
For the Senior level, brings water and wastewater experience and is comfortable providing leadership when needed.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair water and sewer lines, including pipes, fittings, service connections, meters, hydrants, and grinder systems.
Assist with maintenance of pump stations, department property, easements, and related work areas.
Operate and help maintain vehicles, equipment, and tools used in water and sewer system operations.
Collect system data, including pressure, flow, and chlorine readings.
Perform heavy manual labor, including digging, handling pipe and materials, and supporting repair and maintenance projects.
Complete work orders, reports, and related documentation using department systems.
Assist the Operations Superintendent with daily activities and provide leadership in the Superintendent’s absence.
Diagnose system problems; inspect and maintain pumps, motors, pump stations, and grinder system equipment; and monitor and control system operations using the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
Perform specialized work such as sanitizing and sampling water lines after repairs, collecting system samples, and investigating customer complaints to determine appropriate resolutions in accordance with applicable rules.

Benefits

Health and Vision Insurance (City pays employee’s premium and shares cost of dependent coverage.)
Retirement (Pension) Program
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Transportation Allowance
CDL Supplemental Pay
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Attendance Bonus
Longevity Bonus
Dental Reimbursement Program
Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Deferred Compensation
Employee Assistance Program
YMCA Membership
Williamson County REC Center Discounted Membership
Bank/Credit Union Membership
Library Membership (ADA)