Public Works Water & Streets Technician

Huron Parks; Huron (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Huron Parks is seeking a Full-Time Maintenance Worker to support the City’s Service Department. The role covers water distribution, street maintenance, and drainage, with heavy equipment operation and on-call duties. You will assist with water service, meter work, and reporting while maintaining safe work zones.

Required are a high school diploma, Ohio EPA Class I license within 2 years, and CDL within 1 year. On-site work with varied weather and safety-critical tasks are involved.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED with related vocational training preferred and 1+ year experience.
• Ohio EPA Class I Water Distribution License required within 2 years from hire.
• CDL license required or ability to obtain within 1 year from hire.
• Knowledge of water distribution and street maintenance practices.
• Ability to operate trucks, heavy equipment, and hand tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Operates trucks and loads/unloads equipment for Service Department activities.
• Operates construction and power equipment (excavators, backhoes, skid-steers, etc.).
• Performs routine and seasonal maintenance on streets and drainage.
• Repairs water mains, valves, hydrants, and service lines.
• Assist with water service, meters, and hydrant operations.
• Assist with reporting data on water distribution and collect samples if needed.
• Maintain safe work zones and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Water distribution knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Ohio EPA Class I Water Distribution License within 2 years

CDL required or able to obtain within 1 year

Tools

Water distribution tools

Pumps and valves

Heavy equipment operation

Meter installation tools

Job description

Huron Parks is seeking a Full-Time Maintenance Worker to support the City’s Service Department. The role covers water distribution, street maintenance, and drainage, with heavy equipment operation and on-call duties. You will assist with water service, meter work, and reporting while maintaining safe work zones.

Required are a high school diploma, Ohio EPA Class I license within 2 years, and CDL within 1 year. On-site work with varied weather and safety-critical tasks are involved.