Lead Water Distribution O&M Technician

Woodard & Curran; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodard & Curran is seeking a Lead Water Distribution O&M Technician in Missouri to support operations, maintenance, and repairs of the water distribution system. You will repair mains, valves, hydrants, and appurtenances, and operate heavy equipment including excavators, track loaders, and hydro excavators.

You will also weld and fabricate parts and assist with location, inspection, and invoicing tasks. The role requires a valid Missouri DS 3 Distribution License, Missouri D Treatment License,

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Missouri DS 3 Distribution License required.
• Missouri D Treatment License required.
• CDL-A license required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Ability to perform manual labor and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Minimum 2 years lead experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of distribution system repair, maintenance, and installation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water distribution systems and related equipment.
• Repair water and sewer mains, valves, hydrants, and appurtenances.
• Operate heavy equipment (excavators, track loaders, hydro excavators).
• Weld and fabricate parts and tools as needed.
• Assist with locating new lines and inspecting infrastructure.
• Handle invoicing and inventory tasks.

Skills

Lead experience

Oral & written communication

Manual labor capability

Strong work ethic

Customer service mindset

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Missouri DS 3 Distribution License

Missouri D Treatment License

CDL-A

Tools

Excavators

Track Loaders

Hydro Excavation equipment

Job description

Woodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

What will you be doing at Woodard & Curran?

As a Lead Water Distribution O&M Technician, you will participate in the operations, maintenance and repairs of the water distribution system. You will be repairing water and sewer pipe, valves, hydrants and other appurtenances. As well as operating a variety of heavy equipment such as excavators, track loaders, wheel loaders, vac-trucks and backhoes. You will also be welding and fabricating parts and tools, repairing water and sewer mains, assisting with responding to and resolving customer complaints, repairing streets, driveways and yards following installation operations. You will assist in locating, and inspecting new lines, and other related duties. Lastly, you will be responsible for invoicing and inventory.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm.
• Summer Hours Monday-Thursday/Tuesday-Friday 6:00am-4:30pm
• Will require an irregular work schedule and overtime hours

What will you need to succeed?

• Positive attitude and work ethic.
• High School graduate or equivalent. A mechanical/technical/vocational school background or experience is a plus.
• Possess and maintain a Missouri DS 3 Distribution License.
• Possess and maintain a Missouri D Treatment License.
• A valid Missouri motor vehicle operator’s license and have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) A or obtain in 6 months.
• The ability to perform manual labor. Must be able to lift or move up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• A minimum of 2 years relevant lead experience or combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and installation of distribution systems
• Knowledge of operation and preventative maintenance.
• Skilled in a variety of equipment such as Excavators, Track Loaders, and Hydro Excavation equipment.
• Skilled in the use of a variety of hand and power tools
• Skilled in oral and written communication
• Participate in an on-call rotation!

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• May stand, walk, or move 6 to 8 hours daily.
• May sit for 1 to 3 hours daily.
• May perform operations and maintenance functions requiring manual dexterity and precision movements, continuous or repetitive arm and hand movements, grasping movements, and occasional forceful exertion.
• Exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, bending and reaching, climbing stairs and ladders.
• May lift, carry, push/pull objects and materials: regularly up to 40 pounds.
• Perceive and differentiate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth and visual cues or signals.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Why would you choose Woodard & Curran?

• You would be offered a generous total rewards package:
• Competitive compensation.
• Excellent Benefits to include retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account.
• Career growth.
• Support and reimbursement in earning, upgrading, and keeping your licenses and certifications within the industry. Bonus potential for obtaining next level licensure.
• The opportunity to become more versatile and even more technically proficient. We cross-train to improve facility operations, job satisfaction, and job security.

$33 - $35.50 an hour

Depending on qualifications and experience.

Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.

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Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility:

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

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