What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water and Sewer Tech I position at Town of Smyrna?
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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/townofsmyrna
Pay begins at $45033 and is based on applicable experience
BENEFITS :
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off : 0-4 years of service = 23 days (7.08 hours per pay period)
Longevity Bonus: Based on Years of Service
Merit Pay: Based on performance (Annual Salary increase and Bonus)
Town Paid Benefits Include:
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life Insurance (1x Salary or $50k minimum, $10k spouse, & $5k child)
- Retirement Match
- Education Reimbursement
- Free Wellness Programs and Free Gym Access
Insurance Premium Costs (includes vision & dental)
HSA: $15.24 single $104.93 family
OAP: $20.40 single $140.18 family
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs a variety of manual labor tasks in support of construction, maintenance, and repair including: digging work areas, moving and removing pipes, replacing valves, removing and replacing covers, driving and assisting in installation and repair of utilities, and doing manual labor as required.
- When skill level is appropriate, operates the following and other equipment as needed: rock saw, back hoe, trencher, dump truck, bobcat, jet truck, tapping machine, camera truck, fork truck, and vacuum truck; performs maintenance checks to equipment operated.
- Assists in making water taps and installs service lines.
- Assists in repairs of wastewater blockages using steel tape or jet truck.
- Assists in flushing hydrants and blow-off valves in accordance with flushing program.
- Assists in conducting backflow testing.
- Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools inoperable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas. Monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety, reports faulty equipment, and reports any issues to Crew Leader.
- Maintains knowledge on current safety policies, practices, and procedures related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater appurtenances.
- Following required training and management approval, maintains on-call rotation status for after-hours work.
- Conducts behavior in a professional manner at all times to positively reflect on customer's perception of the Town.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be able to participate and progress through Apprentice Program prior to advancement to Water/Sewer Tech II.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have High School diploma or GED.
- Must have a valid Tennessee Driver's License. Must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire date.
- Must be able to meet requirement of 20-minute response time for emergencies in the Town.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,033.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,033 - $50,000
