Utility Service Technician - Day Shift

 
To be successful as an Utility Service Technician, you should have the following qualifications:

Able to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the city.  This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps.  Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. 

This position operates on a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will also be scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies.

• Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; always ensuring job site safety.

• Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and always ensuring a safe job site.

• Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers.

• Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by de-roofing, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required.

• Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections.

• Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position.

• All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division.

• Education: Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.  Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
• Experience: 2 years of related experience to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred.
• Licenses: Valid Class A Driver's License with a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment, 
• Certifications Required: Class I Collections License within 6 months and obtain Class C Distribution or Class II Collections License within 30 months of employment.   

Salary : $37,066 - $52,985