Water Technician

The City of Harrison is seeking a dependable and motivated Water Technician to join our Water/Wastewater Department. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate meter readings, reliable water service, and safe water operations for residents and businesses across Harrison, Ohio.

This role offers on-the-job training, long-term stability, and opportunities for advancement in the public utility field.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

 In this role, you will assist with both skilled and semi-skilled operational work, including:

• Operating and maintaining water treatment equipment
• Reading and recording residential and commercial water meter data using a hand-held computer
• Performing water tap inspections
• Checking meters for damage and completing small repairs when possible
• Changing out meters
• Testing meters for accuracy and making adjustments as needed
• Collecting and recording water plant data
• Monitoring chemicals at the water plant

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Respond to citizen questions, concerns, and water service issues

• Perform shut-offs for non-payment or scheduled repairs
• Assist in water treatment facility operations
• Perform related duties as assigned
• Support emergency operations, including temporary duties outside normal job scope when needed

EQUIPMENT & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Hand-held meter reading computer
• Meter testing board
• Orion meter reading systems
• Laboratory equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Ability to build positive working relationships with city staff, supervisors, and the public
• Ability to read street maps and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Knowledge of meter operations, maintenance, and minor repairs
• Basic understanding of water sample collection and analysis
• Ability to work under direct supervision

TRAINING AND REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in wastewater or utility operations preferred, but not required
• Any combination of training and experience that provides the required skills will be considered

Licenses & Certifications:

• Must possess, or be able to promptly obtain, a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Must possess (or be able to obtain) a laboratory test certificate

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to respond to call-outs outside normal business hours
• Must be willing to obtain Operator Class I certification within 6 months or within a reasonable time after hire

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Starting Pay: $30.09 per hour

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Employee assistance program
• Opportunities for advancement

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your:

• Résumé
• Cover letter
• Any relevant licenses/certifications

To: arodgers@harrisonohio.gov or call (513) 367-3730

The City of Harrison is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and to providing high-quality public services to our growing community.