Distribution & Collection Technician

SolveNow Inc.; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal water services company is seeking a Collections & Distribution Operator-in-Training in The Villages, Florida. The role involves ensuring uninterrupted services through effective communication and repair evaluation. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid Florida Class E Driver's License. Required certifications include a Class 'C' Collection Technician certification and a Level II Water Distribution license after four years. Excellent customer service and teamwork skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License.
• Level II Water Distribution license must be obtained 4 years after employment.
• Class 'C' FW&PCOA Collection Technician certification within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate repairs and follow through on inquiries.
• Change and replace water meters.
• Repair water leaks and maintain inventory.

Skills

Customer service

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Qualifications

COLLECTIONS & DISTRIBUTION OPERATOR-IN-TRAINING - MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICES

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED issued from an approved GED Administrator.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License.
• Level II Water Distribution license 4 years after employment.
• Class "C" Florida Water & Pollution Control Operators Association (FW&PCOA) Collection Technician certification within one year of employment.
• Depending on company needs, must be willing to obtain a State of Florida Class A Restricted Driver's License with tanker endorsement.

Responsibilities

As a Distribution & Collection Technician, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services uninterrupted.This is accomplished by evaluating repairs, following through on inquiries, and communicating fluently with customers and management. Other duties include changing and replacing water meters; repairing water leaks; maintaining supplies and inventory; utilizing heavy construction equipment; maintaining equipment; inputting data into work orders; and performing regular vehicle checks. In addition, oversee reconnection of water service and disconnection of water service at customer sites. The successful candidate will have demonstrated an ability to provide excellent customer service, strong communication skills, the ability to respond professionally to difficult or stressful situations, and teamwork skills.