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- 24836 Operator-in-Training Contract 11604 Sep 23, 2026 The Villages , Florida We are seeking a Distribution Flushing Technician for assignment in The Villages, Florida. The selected candidate will perform flushing tasks as well as monitoring, scheduling and performing water quality related functions connected with the operation the water distribution system. Hours are Monday
- Friday, 8:00am
- 5:00pm
- This position has a pay rate of $16.50/hr
- This is a temporary position, slated to last ~ 4 months
- Responsibilities
- Reviews utility distribution system maps to determine water source and flow, proper valves and adequate flushing locations to conduct specific flushing activities throughout the distribution system
- Determines the operational status of valves, hydrants and blow-offs, and has the knowledge and skills necessary to properly document the equipment and the repairs needed
- Generate work orders for follow up repairs
- Operates water distribution system infrastructure including valves, hydrants and blow-offs to utilize various flushing techniques to restore and maintain water quality
- Maintains and operates monitoring equipment and assures applicable quality control/quality assurance procedures are followed
- Implements water distribution flushing plan and procedures using automated technologies for mapping, Cityworks and other GIS related flushing tracking technologies
- Prepares written or electronic reports covering customer complaints and generates service maps of the irrigation water distribution system, calculations, maintenance requirements and water quality characteristics
- Monitors, schedules, tracks, and ensures completion of planned or scheduled preventative/corrective maintenance flushing, projects and tasks
- Collects and maintains technical water quality data and evaluates historical trends
- Generates field data records containing the flushing locations, infrastructure utilized, flow and water loss
- Maintains inventory of parts and tools required for flushing operations
- Reports to Lead Flushing Technician
- Performs other related job duties as assigned Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- A valid Drivers License
- 1+ years of water/wastewater utilities experience Apply Now Share This Post