Lead Water & Sewer Utility Technician

The Metropolitan District Commission; Coltville (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) seeks a responsible utility maintenance lead to oversee a crew in construction and repair of water and sewer pipelines, and to perform cleaning and maintenance of sewer lines.

You will supervise day-to-day field operations, respond to water and sewer emergencies, read blueprints, and ensure safety and compliance while delivering reliable service to MDC communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of pipeline repair and masonry experience, including lead duties.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B with airbrake and tanker endorsements.
• Posting limited to Operations employees.
• Written and practical examination required as part of screening.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a small crew in cleaning and maintaining sewer lines and catch basins.
• Constructs and repairs manholes, basins, meter pits and related components.
• Investigates leaks and responds to emergencies, providing on-call coverage.
• Reads blueprints and translates them into construction activities.
• Maintains safety and ensures proper use of equipment and time records.

Skills

Lead crew leadership

Oral communication

Written communication

Decision making under pressure

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blueprints reading

Job description

The Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) seeks a responsible utility maintenance lead to oversee a crew in construction and repair of water and sewer pipelines, and to perform cleaning and maintenance of sewer lines.

You will supervise day-to-day field operations, respond to water and sewer emergencies, read blueprints, and ensure safety and compliance while delivering reliable service to MDC communities.