Description
- Locates and repairs leaks in the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
- Installs new water and sewer mains and services.
- Operates remote control and manual camera units to identify line blockages and breaks.
- Repairs and replace fire hydrants.
- Locates and excavates underground utilities; makes street, sidewalk and lawn repairs.
- Makes sewer and water main line repairs.
- Repairs manholes.
- Change out meters.
- Replace meter boxes and lids.
- Read and record water usage data along an assigned route through the use of radio read device or manually.
- Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
- Performs related duties.
Requirements
- Knowledge of department safety policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of water and wastewater system maintenance and repair principles.
- Knowledge of utility meter operations and maintenance principles.
- Knowledge of area streets and roads.
- Knowledge of vehicle maintenance principles.
- Skill in the use of handheld computers and job-related software.
- Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
- Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
- Skill in problem solving.
- Skill in interpersonal relations.
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a Georgia state-certified license for Water Distribution Systems Operators.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a Georgia state-certified license for Wastewater Collection Systems Operators.
Salary Description
$17.08/hour