Water Service Technician III

Water Service Technician III Full-time - 40 hours/week with On Call OT Required $25.00 - $30.00 per hour + benefits, DOQ

SUPERVISION

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent and will be required to abide by the Personnel Policies of the Department.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The position requires that the incumbent possess a valid Class D Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operators License. The incumbent must obtain a Massachusetts Drinking Water Operators License with a certification of Distribution Grade D-1 and Treatment Grade T-1 within a period of one year of being hired for the position. These licenses must be maintained for the duration of the employee's tenure in the position. The position will require overtime, weekends, holidays or night work. The position requires Well Duty coverage on a rotating basis for weekends, holidays, vacations, and illness which will be compensated for. The individual will also be required to participate in a rotating 24-hour emergency Standby/On-Call Duty from the end of normal working hours Friday afternoon to the beginning of successive working hours Friday morning which will be compensated for. This position requires the incumbent to have the ability to exercise considerable judgement.

DUTIES:

The position requires manual and technical work in the total water system. Duties include installation, operation, and maintenance of water supply facilities including well fields, pumping stations, treatment facilities, and water storage structures. Duties include construction, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system including water mains, water services, water meters, gate valves, and other ancillary equipment. Duties include administrative office work including record keeping, computer data entry, and interpretation of plans or schematics. Duties include operating and controlling the Department's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition system. The position requires customer service, vendor relations, and duties as required by the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent. The position requires mandatory training in the delivery, safe handling, and the introduction of chemicals into the water system.

QUALIFICATIONS

A high school diploma or GED certificate will be required. Basic oral, written, and communication skills required. Skill in the use of hand tools and equipment is required. The ability to make sound decisions to maintain a safe work environment is required.

Application Procedure:

Please complete an employment application form. For a full job description and application please email us at bfdcollector@barnstablefiredistrict.com. The position will remain open until filled. The Barnstable Fire District is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Retirement plan

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

water service technician: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person