Water Tech II

Water Field Service Technician

Engaged in the repair and maintenance of water lines for the City of Pelham.

Representative List of Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Connects water service lines to water mains.
• Places barricades, signs, and traffic cones around construction and / or excavation sites to protect operators and the public.
• Lays, maintains, repairs, connects, tests, and disinfects water mains, valves, hydrants and other appurtenances.
• Works on-call shifts to assists with emergencies.
• Assists in cut-offs and reconnect service and work orders.
• Installs, repairs and replaces fire hydrants.
• Taps into water mains, install and repair service lines and meters; set and retrieve meters.
• Excavates trenches and install shoring. Detects hazardous conditions and correct before entry.
• Performs line location when needed.
• Assists customers with issues related to water lines or meters.
• Ensures truck is stocked with parts and supplies, such as, meters, risers, meter boxes, curb stops, tools, safety vests, etc.
• Operates and repairs equipment such as back hoe, jackhammers, pumps, air compressors, and other equipment used in repair and maintenance of water lines.
• May operate dump truck (with current CDL license).
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with others.

Competency : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience : High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus three years related experience and / or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates and Licenses : Valid Alabama Driver's License.

Language Ability : Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills : To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software. Ability to use tablets and database software.

The City of Pelham, Alabama, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy), color, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. We base our hiring decisions on a variety of factors, including skills and ability to perform the job, prior employment experience, employment references as to character and willingness to work, willingness to accept the offered salary and personal interviews. The City of Pelham, Alabama, is an equal-opportunity employer.