Field Service Technician

City of Alabaster; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

13 paid holidays annually

Paid vacation and sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance with

Retirement/pension benefits

Job summary

City of Alabaster is seeking a Field Services Technician to install, maintain, and repair water mains and service lines in the community. You will work with a Crew Leader and respond to after-hours callouts to ensure reliable service for residents.

Requirements include a high school diploma, ability to read/write English, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to be on-call; CDL and ADEM I/II are preferred. Salary ranges from $20.42 to $28.27 per hour with full-time status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Able to serve on-call and respond within 30 minutes of the main office in Alabaster, AL.
• CDL preferred.
• ADEM Grade I or II Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair water mains and service lines.
• Tap water mains; bore under surfaces to install service lines.
• Repair fire hydrants and flush the water system.
• Interact with customers to maintain water service and resolve complaints.
• Work under supervision and be reviewed during progress and after completion.

Skills

English literacy

On-call readiness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ADEM Grade I or II Certification preferred

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

City of Alabaster

MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE!

Field Services Technician

Salary Grade: Classified / Grade 14

$20.42 - $28.27 per hour

Employment Status: Full-time Regular / Non-exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This work involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of water mains and service lines. Work includes installing, repairing, or replacing broken water mains and service lines; tapping water mains; boring under concrete and asphalt surfaces to install service lines; cutting and removing asphalt and concrete; restoring work sites; installing and repairing fire hydrants; and flushing the water system. The position also involves contact with customers to assist with maintaining water service and resolving complaints. Assignments are received orally from a Crew Leader or Supervisor, and work is reviewed in progress and upon completion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to speak, read, and write English. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required. Must be able to serve on-call and be available for after-hours callouts. Must be able to respond within 30 minutes of the main office in Alabaster, Alabama. Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred. ADEM Grade I or II Certification preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical Activities: Frequent sitting, using hands, talking, and hearing; occasional standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, and kneeling. Ability to walk, stand, bend, kneel, and stoop for prolonged periods.
• Lifting: Up to 50 pounds.
• Vision: Ability to read information in print and electronically.

Benefits:

• Consistent merit step increases and COLA adjustments as approved by City Council
• Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance with the City paying 90% of employee premium costs
• Retirement insurance paid up to 75% by the City based on years of service
• State pension plan with Tier 1 benefits available to Tier 2 employees at retirement
• Out-of-Zone waiver for Alabaster City Schools for dependents
• Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost to employees
• Optional voluntary benefits
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment

The City of Alabaster Water department is an Equal Opportunity Employer