Waterline Maintenance Technician I Position Available In Bibb, Georgia

Waterline Maintenance Technician

I 3.6 3.6

out of 5 stars 918 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Macon, GA 31201

Job Summary:

Perform unskilled to skilled work installing, maintaining, and repairing fixtures for the Authority’s Water Distribution System.

Responsibilities:

 Performs installation, maintenance, and repair on all types of fittings, water mains, fire services, tapping sleeves and valves, water and meter services  The initiative in dealing with routine maintenance tasks and repairs  Utilize hand tools to complete work orders  Works under direct general supervision and is evaluated through observation and efficiency of duties performed  Cleans joints, gaskets, and ends of pipes  Assist in the repair of leaks or breaks on all sizes of water mains, water services, hydrants, and valves  Clears around holes after repairs.  Operates air hammer to break pavement.  Operates concrete cutting machine  Responds to calls for breaks in water services  Loads and unloads pipe at storage area and work sites.  Follows procedures and techniques of the assigned work crew  Performs related duties as required by supervision

Qualifications:

 High school graduate or equivalent  Skill in the use of hand and power tools associated with water line maintenance  A valid Georgia driver’s license with a clean driving record is preferred

Physical Requirements:

 Frequent walking, standing, stooping  Ability to carry 50 pounds or more  Occasionally sitting, crawling, crouching, climbing, and balancing  May occasionally require climbing and traveling over various terrain  Physical strength and endurance to perform manual labor for extended periods, possibly under adverse weather or working conditions  Ability to grasp and hold

Environmental Working Conditions:

The position requires some exposure to working outside, insect bites/stings, poisonous plants, and possibly reptiles. Frequent exposure to dry conditions, high and low humidity, wetness, and inclement weather. Exposure to dust, outside work, sunburn, and moving objects (such as heavy equipment or road traffic) Occasional exposure to working over water or working at heights Exposure to chemicals includes, but is not limited to: Gasoline, Diesel Fuel, Motor Oil, Hydraulic Oil, Natural Gas, Exhaust fumes, Insecticides, Chlorine, Asphalt/Tar