Water System Operations - Variable
About The Position
Assist Utility Technicians with the general maintenance of the water transmission and distribution system including, but not limited to, valve rotation, service line maintenance, fire hydrant cleaning, painting and maintenance, water main flushing, utility locations, air-vacuum valve maintenance, water meter and transponder installation, meter pit repairs, and irrigation ditch maintenance. Typical hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday year round--some schedule variations may be considered within these parameters. Hiring manager's to verify hours, and employment status. This position is health plan eligible.
Requirements
- Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
- A valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Related Previous water operations experience helpful.
Responsibilities
- Performs labor on programs including but not limited to main failure repairs, valve rotation, service line maintenance, overlay valve box adjustments/repairs, fire hydrant cleaning, painting and maintenance, water main flushing, utility locations, air-vacuum valve maintenance, water meter and transponder installation, meter pit repairs, irrigation ditch maintenance, all excavation repairs and maintenance of the water system.
- Utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Possesses basic written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrates basic knowledge in effectively communicating and interacting with personnel at all levels within the City in a positive and cooperative manner.
- possesses a basic understanding of adapting and shifting focus to meet customer needs.
- Responds to citizen/customer concerns and forwards to the appropriate crew member.
- Operates assigned equipment and hand tools, including but not limited to tandem axle dump truck with trailer, small portable vacuum unit, forklift, jackhammer, metal detector, paint sprayer, air tester, air blower, and snow removal equipment.
- Occasional use of backhoe and front-end loader.
- Performs shop and yard maintenance.
- Responds to emergency situations as needed, whether in the regular workday or after hours.
- Carries a cell phone on a rotation basis to respond to after-hour emergency calls to assist customers as assigned by water system operations manager.
- Possesses basic knowledge of public works and of water transmission and distribution system construction, operation and maintenance.
- Possesses basic knowledge in the use of equipment used to maintain water distribution systems.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
