Utility Technician II - Distribution

About the role

The Utility Technician II – Water Distribution position involves performing skilled work to maintain water wells, chemical feeder equipment, pumps, motors, telemetering sensory equipment, treated water storage facilities, water distribution pipelines, and related appurtenances. The role also includes operating and maintaining water and wastewater treatment and conveyance facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and emergency operational, maintenance, construction, and repair functions of infrastructure or equipment utilized in the water distribution division.
• Provides direction and clarifies routine day-to-day priorities in the field.
• Installs, maintains, replaces, and repairs water mains, water service connections, fire hydrants, valves, and related appurtenances.
• Notifies customers of water service interruptions in accordance with Public Works policies and procedures.
• Requests and conducts utility locates in accordance with Arizona’s Bluestakes law.
• Locates water and wastewater infrastructure utilizing quarter section maps or electronic locators.
• Operates and maintains backhoes, dump trucks, and powered tools as part of routine work.
• Ensures compliance with industry and City safety standards, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Prepares and submits required safety records and reports.
• Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Distribution Division Senior Technician as assigned during his/her absence.

Requirements

• Minimum two years experience in a related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• ADEQ Grade I Operator License in specific area of concentration in Distribution.
• Obtain ADEQ Grade II Operator License in Distribution and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 12 months of hire.