What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Maintenance I - Water Distribution Technician position at Southwest Regional Water District?
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Driver’s License, and
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). (or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Various motor vehicles, including dump truck with trailer; backhoe; mini-excavator; skid steer loader; rockhound/landscape rake; various hand/power tools; portable pumps; mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and phones.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee may be required to lift and carry more than 50 lbs; working in excavated trenches; exposure to loud noises, pumps, motors, and heavy equipment; exposure to all types of weather conditions, rain, snow, wind, and sun; exposure to various water treatment chemicals such as chlorine and fluoride.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:
45% (1) Water Distribution: Repair of water main and service line breaks; hydrant installation, inspection, flushing, and repair; valve installation, inspection, and repair; water meter setting installation and repair.
45% (2) Metering: Meter reading; installation, replacement, and troubleshooting of water meters and MIUs.
10% (3) Miscellaneous: Yard restoration.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(1) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
(2) Performs other duties as required.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS:
Knowledge of: The installation, repair, and disinfection of water mains and system-owned service lines; installation of water mains; installation and repairs of meter service facilities; installation and repair of other appurtenances such as: hydrants, gate valves, and master pressure reducing stations.
Skill in: Performance of various functions in connection with the operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of the District’s water distribution system.
Ability to: Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; understand, interpret and apply policies, rules, or regulations to specific situations; complete routine forms; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or supervisors; communicate effectively; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.16 - $33.16 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $33