Water Dist Specialist

About the role

Performs various duties in the operation, maintenance, construction, and storekeeping of the District's water systems to assure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and provide efficient, courteous service to water utility customers.

Responsibilities

• Independently or with assistance, performs water system operation, maintenance, construction, and storekeeping duties under direction of Water Foreman.
• Guides, instructs, and checks the work of other Water Distribution Specialists, Water Workers, Flaggers, etc., to assist in their training as necessary.
• Follows safety rules and guidelines.
• Ensures proper use and care of equipment assigned.
• Completes work safely and efficiently.
• Protects against damage to public and private property during construction and maintenance.
• May perform standby duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years operating experience as a Water Worker or equivalent, plus successful passage of the basic knowledge training module for Level 1.
• One year experience at Level 1, plus successful passage of a total of two training modules for Level 2.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License, with good driving record.
• Valid Washington State Commercial Driver's License (within 6 months of hire).
• Appropriate Washington State Water certification (dependent on Level).
• Trained and certified in Asbestos-Cement Pipe Work Practice Procedures (within 6 months of hire).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of tools, materials, and equipment of the trade.
• Methods, equipment, and materials used in the service and installation of water systems.
• Computer related software and computer peripherals.
• Customer relations techniques.
• Occupational hazards and safety regulations of the trade.
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently as appropriate.
• Lift and carry up to 110 pounds.
• Interact with customers, government officials, and District employees.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve problems.
• Read and understand work sketches and blueprints.
• Apply First Aid and CPR methods as needed.
• Learn and apply the District’s Safety Rules, policies, procedures and directives.
• Operate a variety of specialized tools and equipment associated with the trade.
• Interpret and apply related rules, codes, policies and procedures.
• Analyze and resolve related problems.
• Work independently.

Skills

• Customer relations techniques.
• First Aid and CPR methods.
• Safety rules and regulations.
• Tools and equipment of the trade.
• Computer related software and peripherals.
• Interpretation and application of rules, codes, policies, and procedures.
• Problem solving skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement benefits.
• Paid family and medical leave, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.
• 11 paid holidays and one floating holiday.

Pay

$46.89 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time, hourly position.