Water Operations Technician City of Garden City - 3.6 Garden City, GA Job Details Full-time From $19.73 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Heavy equipment operation Underground utilities Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Driving Power tools Full Job Description Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position is under the administrative supervision of the Director of Water Operations Department, and is responsible to perform unskilled work functions associated with water distribution, reading of water meters, sewer collection, repair, and/or replacement of lines, manholes, valves, and fire hydrants.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists with the repair/replacement of water and sewer laterals and mains. Locates and estimates materials and supplies necessary for repairs. Responsible to read water meters as assigned. Assists with the install and repair water meters and connections as needed. Assists in line spotting for water and sewer lines as required. Completes routine maintenance duties as directed. Exercises valves and hydrants. Assists in maintenance of water distribution system by installing, maintaining, and flushing lines. Assists with providing maintenance to sewer collection systems, including manholes, sewer mains, and sewer laterals. Operates heavy equipment. Operates CCTV system for televising sewer mains and laterals. Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions. Drives City utility truck and operates heavy equipment. Participate and attend all City sponsored training as required. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED); and one (1) year of experience with public water or sewer repair systems or comparable job experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of all safety requirements for State and Local governments. Knowledge of State and Local Regulations pertaining to public water and sewer systems. Knowledge of water distribution and sewer collection system maintenance. Ability to use or repair small/light equipment such a power tools. Ability to use or repair heavy or complex machinery, such as HVAC systems, construction equipment, or water plants. Ability to repair or replace main lines, fire hydrants, valves, manholes, water, and sewer taps. Ability to maintain equipment and vehicles. Ability to demonstrate good workmanship, performing tasks neatly and in a timely manner. Ability to report on time for work and perform the duties of the position as required. Ability to maintain a neat, clean, and acceptable personal appearance. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the public.

TO APPLY

To apply, please download and print the Garden City Application for Employment, along with up to three copies of the Reference Release Form from the website https://www.gardencity-ga.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Job-Application-Reference-Release-Forms Submit your completed application, resume, and reference forms to one of the following:

Email:

Fax:

(912)-966-7792

Mail:

City of Garden City, Attn:

Human Resources, 100 Central Ave., Garden City, GA 31405.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $19.73 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person