Water Operator I

About the role

Under supervision of the Water Superintendent, assists in maintaining the water distribution system and water plant.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the installation, repair and maintenance of the City's water system, including water mains, water service lines and hydrants.
• Install, replace, repair, inspect and maintain residential and commercial water meters and hydrant meters used by construction firms and fire hydrants.
• Keep a record of new meter installations and exchanges.
• Prepare and update utility mapping.
• Compute water consumption.
• Turn water service off and on as appropriate.
• Receive and respond to inquiries and complaints from customers and the general public regarding water service.
• Drive and operate heavy equipment.
• Perform locates for City of Augusta utilities.
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and machinery.
• Respond to emergency calls during work and after normal working hours.
• Report defects and irregularities to supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of Water Treatment Plant & Distribution Operations.
• Basic knowledge of pump stations and water towers.
• Safe methods of lifting heavy objects and handling of chemicals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Work in on call rotation.
• General cleaning of all buildings, pipes and equipment.

Qualifications

• Commensurate with experience.

Skills

• None specified.

Benefits

• Not specified.

Pay

• Not specified.

Schedule

• Not specified.

Peripheral Duties

• Attend monthly safety meetings.
• Maintain and demonstrate good public relations.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment, as required.
• Abide by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee Handbook.
• Help other team members accomplish tasks.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes. The employee may regularly be exposed to fumes, odors, dirt, wetness, chemicals and toxins. The noise level in the work environment occasionally requires hearing protection.