Water Technician

Tualatin • Tualatin, OR

371d • $24 - $34

About The Position

The City of Tualatin is in search of a dedicated and dynamic Water Distribution Technician who will contribute to the vital role of ensuring Tualatin's community has access to clean, reliable water every day. Do you have an existing foundation of technical expertise in the water distribution industry? If so, make a splash in your career and explore an exciting career opportunity in Tualatin's robust and thriving community. We are looking for a team member who can approach their workday with confidence and enthusiasm, while providing outstanding customer service. Your ability to work both independently and collaboratively with our efficient team will be essential to this position. We are looking for self-starters, with the technical expertise to jump in and join our team with the important task of ensuring the City's water facilities are maintained and operating at their peak. If you're looking for a career where your skills, dedication, and teamwork matter then Tualatin wants YOU as part of their team to keep things flowing! If this sounds like you, please review the below qualifications and duties to consider joining our team in this rare and exciting opportunity.

Requirements

• Ability to learn and follow written and oral instructions along with the ability to safely and effectively use both equipment and tools.
• Ability to work effectively as a team or independently in the workforce.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public and other employees.
• Ability to consistently respond appropriately and professionally to questions or concerns with other employees and city customers.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Ability to follow all safety protocols and perform tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to safely perform Confined space entries.
• Ability to safely perform work in hazardous conditions appropriately utilizing personal protective equipment and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate, maintain and repair hydrants and valves.
• Ability to operate applicable tools and equipment used in the trade.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment including but not limited to utility truck with crane, dump truck, vac-truck, backhoe, and hook truck.
• Basic grasp/knowledge of water mandated regulations & requirements.
• Ability to respond to work without advanced notice, in times of adverse weather, emergency situations, natural disasters, or other unusual events as determined by the City.
• Inclusive of others who may come from different backgrounds, personalities, and ethnicities. Respects diversity.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledgeable in the best practices of repairing leaks to water system mains and services.
• Possesses advanced skills in the water distribution field.
• Ability to understand and implement basic to complex principles of water systems operations.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, or blueprints.
• Ability to monitor SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in the use of the locating devices.
• Higher grasp/knowledge of water mandated regulations & requirements.
• Ability to perform effectively in an independent or team environment.
• Ability to self-start maintain productivity.
• Skill in customer relations and communications including the ability to effectively and tactfully work with difficult customers and solve complex customer issues.
• Ability to learn and effectively work with computer applications and electronic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks related to utility maintenance, including valve actuation, water main flushing, hydrant maintenance, cathodic protection, leak detection and water meter replacement/testing.
• Performs rapid response to unexpected water system issues requiring immediate attention such as water main/service line failures, fire hydrant repairs, or other appurtenances in the water industry.
• Works in a rotation to be on call for after-hours emergency response regularly, and must be able to switch shifts for emergency response during extreme weather events or other emergency situations.
• Reads, understands, and analyzes maps, diagrams, and blueprints/as-builds associated with water system construction.
• Accurately completes documentation appropriate to assigned tasks in formats required, which may include mapping system updates, as-builts, asset records, work order documents, condition assessment documentation, inventory items, and work time tracking.
• Assists in maintaining the city's ongoing cross-connection program as assigned. Identifies and eliminates potential cross-connection hazards.
• Responds to customer complaints or inquiries in a professional and courteous manner and takes appropriate measures to resolve issues.
• Assists engineering staff in plan reviews when assigned.
• Performs punch list items and final inspections for construction projects.
• Participates on a rotating 24-hour on-call list and responds to urgent situations. When on-call, acts as the primary responder to SCADA-related alarms.
• Establishes and maintains a working knowledge of SCADA system operations after training.
• Performs proficient operation and maintenance of the city's ASR facility and portable chlorination booster system trailer after training.
• Operates and maintains chlorine equipment, chemical feed pumps, and water quality analyzers after training.
• Performs water quality monitoring and sampling as mandated by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).
• Performs more complex repairs and troubleshooting work to water distribution tasks in regards to pressure regulating valves, data loggers/recording equipment, and coordinate/work with consultants/contractors on repairs.
• Participates in the water meter maintenance program which consists of investigating any leaks in services, clearing of debris or foliage around meter boxes and replacing broken meter boxes or lids.
• Assists with utility billing by performing tasks with reading meters, turning water on/off, locking/unlocking meters, and delivering notices to customers.
• Performs Service Requests/Work Orders and various other customer service-related tasks which include troubleshooting leaks, pressure issues, water quality concerns, or service interruptions.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools in relation to the work instructed.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment such as: service truck with crane, backhoe, high-velocity cleaner, dump truck, hook truck, pumps and generators.
• Drives to work sites and trainings on a daily basis.

Benefits

• Technician I Salary range: $24.35 - $30.86/hour
• Technician II Salary range: $27.47 - $34.81/hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed