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Job Description
Join our team as a Public Works Technician II - Water and make a lasting impact in our community! Under supervision, this position will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled assignments in the construction, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of City Public Water Supply (PWS), water distribution systems, storage tanks, and pumping facilities. The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Performs duties associated with water distribution, including installing, connecting, relocating, adjusting, testing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing water mains, valves, hydrants, pumps, and other equipment, cutting and fitting pipes. Operates equipment, tools, and motor vehicles such as trucks, loaders, backhoes, and other similar maintenance or construction equipment safely. Safely operates equipment and tools used at work sites as required; places traffic control flags, signs, and cones to direct traffic around work sites, and operates and maintains hand and power tools. Performs routine maintenance and repair on pump stations; ensures various work sites are restored following completion of work. Loads and unloads materials using power equipment. Responds tactfully to questions and comments from the public and delegates to appropriate staff. On-call for emergency situations and assists with special events. Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
No direct supervision exercised; may exercise functional supervision for assigned tasks. Possess a valid driver's license High School Diploma or equivalent One (1) year of experience in manual labor, general construction, water utility systems repair, or a related field. Experience with heavy equipment operation preferred.
Special Requirements:
Possess or obtain a Class A CDL within one (1) year of hire.