What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Distribution Operator I-IV position at City of Ashland, Kentucky?
Supervisor: Water Distribution Crew Leader
Supervises: None
Beginning Salary: $18.020- $25.630/ hour
Class Characteristics: Performs work activities in the construction, maintenance, and cleanliness
of new water mains and new services; reading and recording water meter readings; completing various
service orders when requested; and assisting in repairing and replacing water meters. Performs
related work as apparent or assigned.
General Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in the construction, maintenance, and cleanliness of
water distribution systems. Lays lines, maps lines, washes sewer lines, etc. Detects malfunctions
in equipment and makes minor repairs or recommendation for major repairs. Assists in the
maintenance and cleaning of buildings; assists operators in delivering chemicals, pipes, and
fittings. Reads water meters on assigned route and records readings. Checks for leaks and ensures
proper functioning of meters and assists in locating water leaks. Connects or disconnects water as
instructed. Accepts requests/complaints from customers and attends to their disposition or forwards
to higher authority. Assists other divisions/departments in construction and maintenance duties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent and moderate to extensive
experience (depending on level of licensing).
Certification/Licensing Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a
condition of continued employment in this class. Must obtain a valid commercial driver’s license
(CDL) prior to completion of original probation and maintain thereafter as a condition of continued
employment in the class. Must obtain Commonwealth of Kentucky Class I Water Distribution License
within one (1) year after meeting experience requirements as a condition of continued employment.
May be required to obtain Class II license within one (1) year after meeting experience
requirements and/or per recommendation of the Department Director, as a condition of continued
employment. Appointment to Water Distribution Operator II subject to obtaining Class II license,
recommendation of Department Director, and approval of City Manager.
Availability Requirement: Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at any time.
Apply: Applicants must upload a copy of: high school diploma/GED, driver’s license and applicable
certifications with application.
Closing Date and Time for Accepting Applications: Monday, April 28, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.
Benefit Summary: Kentucky Retirement, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, City Paid Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Leave (Sick, Vacation, Personal), Free Access City Building Gym, and Discounts for YMCA Membership.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $18 - $26
