Entry-Level Water Utilities Operator I

City of Caldwell; Caldwell, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Caldwell is hiring for an entry level Production Operator in Caldwell, Idaho. The role supports operation, maintenance, and repair of city water production facilities under supervision.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining water meters, monitoring chlorine, and handling on-call duties. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and training in environmental science or related fields. A Class I Water Distribution license is needed within 18 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or GED.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance on water meters, pumps, motors, water lines, and disinfection equipment.
• Maintains chlorine tank levels and monitors residuals in the distribution system.
• Installs meters to new properties; repairs and replaces existing water meters and lines.
• Installs meter boxes and lids; repairs and replaces existing meter boxes and lids.
• Raises or moves water meters to comply with program requirements or ease of access.
• Records and reports water usage; verifies accuracy of meters.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

City of Caldwell is hiring for an entry level Production Operator in Caldwell, Idaho. The role supports operation, maintenance, and repair of city water production facilities under supervision.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining water meters, monitoring chlorine, and handling on-call duties. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and training in environmental science or related fields. A Class I Water Distribution license is needed within 18 months of hire.