Utility Worker U526

About the role

Inspects, tests, repairs, maintains and operates hydrants, valves, water mains and other facilities and equipment within the distribution system to assure efficient and reliable operation with minimal interruption of water service to customers.

Responsibilities

• Locates, inspects, operates and maintains valves in the distribution system.
• Locates, inspects, operates and maintains water mains in the distribution system.
• Locates, inspects, operates and maintains hydrants in the distribution system.
• Cleans and maintains fire hydrants.
• Conducts leak detection on water mains, hydrants, valves and services to reduce lost water.
• Conducts distribution system flushing program.
• Performs hydrant flow test to monitor system flows and pressures.
• Replaces or installs water main facilities and equipment as required to maintain the distribution system.
• Qualifies as a Competent Person per OSHA guidelines.
• Attends company training or outside training classes as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or state recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate.
• Must have a valid state driver's license with the ability to pass a motor vehicle report.
• Must be computer proficient.
• Heavy labor associated with utility construction and maintenance. Capable of lifting and/or carrying with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Kneeling. Crouching. Crawling. Reaching. Handling.
• Environmental conditions including contact with water, chemicals, fumes, odors, toxic conditions, chemical dusts, dusts or poor ventilation.
• Situations in which individual is exposed to the risk of bodily injury. Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent to cause marked distraction.
• Exposure to inclement weather working outside.

Qualifications

Knowledge of safety concerns associated with trenching and shoring, and other OSHA regulations.

Knowledge of basic hydraulics.

Skills

• Computer proficiency.

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm