Equipment Operator (Water Metering/ Water Distribution)

City of Sidney, Ohio; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Sidney, Ohio is seeking an Equipment Operator primarily assigned to the Water Meter Department within the Water Distribution Division. The role involves water meter duties and may be reassigned to assist the Water Distribution crew as needed, with emergency responses outside normal hours.

The position requires a CDL with tanker endorsement (or ability to obtain within 12 months), knowledge of water distribution systems, and eligibility for Ohio EPA Class I Distribution license within 18

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class B CDL with tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in Underground Utilities or related fields is desirable.
• Possession or ability to possess Ohio EPA Class I Distribution license within 18 months of hire.
• Residency requirement as applicable.

Skills

Water distribution knowledge

Sanitary & storm sewer knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL with tanker endorsement

Ohio EPA Class I Distribution license

Job description

General Description

The Equipment Operator is primarily assigned to the Water Meter Department, a division of the Water Distribution Department, under normal operating conditions. The position will spend the majority of its work time performing water meter related duties. The position may be reassigned from scheduled meter work to assist with the Water Distribution crew based on staffing needs, special projects, emergency response, or any other operational requirements.

General Description

The Equipment Operator is primarily assigned to the Water Meter Department, a division of the Water Distribution Department, under normal operating conditions. The position will spend the majority of its work time performing water meter related duties. The position may be reassigned from scheduled meter work to assist with the Water Distribution crew based on staffing needs, special projects, emergency response, or any other operational requirements.

As a public employee, this position is responsible for providing reliable delivery of utility services. This position requires consistent and prompt response to emergency repairs that occur outside of normal working hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid class B CDL with tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the Underground Utilities or other closely related experience (construction, plumbing, HVAC, electrical or similar) is desirable.
• Possession or the ability to possess an Ohio EPA Class I Distribution license within 18 months of hire.
• Maintain residency as required by the City.

Other Desired Qualifications/Skills

• Extensive knowledge of water distribution, sanitary collection systems, and storm sewer collection systems.

Additional Information

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