Utility System Technician - Associate Level Water Systems Operations

City of Arvada • Bloomington, IN

15h • $24 - $33

About The Position

We’re hiring an Utility System Technician – Associate Level (Water Systems Operations) to support the maintenance, repair, and operation of our water transmission and distribution system. This is an entry-level, hands-on role for someone who enjoys outdoor work, operating equipment, solving problems in the field, and providing great service to customers. In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced utility professionals maintaining critical water infrastructure, responding to service calls, and gaining valuable certifications and technical skills.

Requirements

• Knowledge of public works and of water transmission and distribution systems construction, operation, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the use of equipment used to maintain water distribution systems.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software to maintain a records system.
• Knowledge of city safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of flagging, signing, and coning.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required licenses and certifications for the position.
• Ability to effectively utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Good customer service skills and ability to adapt and change focus to meet customer needs.
• Ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing, to support organizational objectives and interact with all levels of personnel within the city in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must have or obtain within one (1) year of employment: Colorado Class I certification in Water Distribution and/or Wastewater Collection
• BNSF Railroad Safety Certification.
• Union Pacific Railroad Safety Certification.
• Flagger Certification.
• First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Incident Command System (ICS) ICS-100.
• A valid Colorado CDL Class A drivers license.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
• This is a safety sensitive position requiring participation in a pre-employment, for-cause and random drug testing program.
• High School/GED
• Related General experience in Public Works construction and/or maintenance.
• Strenuous to extreme physical effort that includes frequent use of heavy objects (e.g., 50+ pounds) and may also use heavy tools or require strenuous application in awkward positions.
• In addition, all CDL positions require successful completion of a physical examination with a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screen to ensure the employee meets the medical standards necessary for safe vehicle operation.
• Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against (Hazardous waste, ladders, cleaning supplies, trips and falls).
• Regular exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance of the water system infrastructure including but not limited to such programs as main failure repairs, valve rotation, service line maintenance, fire hydrant cleaning, painting and maintenance, water main flushing, utility locations, air-vacuum valve maintenance, water meter and transponder installation, meter pit repairs, vault repairs, irrigation ditch maintenance, all excavation repairs and maintenance of the water system.
• Responds to customer service calls on the system, including water pressure, out of water, main failure, water quality and other like problems and meets with customers.
• Operates, inspects, and maintains assigned equipment, including but not limited to tandem axle dump truck with trailer, small portable vacuum unit, forklift, jackhammer, metal detector, paint sprayer, air tester, air blower, front-end loader, large portable vacuum machine, backhoe, valve rotation machine, concrete cutting saw, portable hoist, power washer, hydraulic tamper, hydraulic hand tools, service line freeze kit and snow removal equipment.
• Informs utility supervisor, utility foreman, or senior utility system technician of repair needs.
• Performs shop and yard maintenance.
• Frequently operates a personal or City-owned motor vehicle to drive to and from work locations.
• Completes required training units to maintain State of Colorado certification and to meet City of Arvada policies.
• Accepts and works after hour emergency calls and scheduled shifts for snow removal and rotating on-call shifts that are 24/7 and 365 days a year
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED