Senior On-Call Water & Sewer Field Technician

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cobb County Government's Water System, System Maintenance Division, seeks skilled workers for four 10-hour shifts per week with on-call status, offering opportunities to develop expertise in water and sewer infrastructure. The role involves field diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and hands-on repair work across a range of utilities, with emphasis on safety and reliability for the community.

Responsibilities include locating assets with GPS/GIS, reading maps, coordinating with crew

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; two years of experience in water/sewer utilities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Certifications within six months: Confined Space Entry, Trenching and Excavation, and Flagger.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and replace water and sewer lines and related components.
• Read maps, use GPS and GIS, enter location details, and complete work orders.
• Transport materials and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Operate equipment (bobcat, backhoe, loaders) as needed.
• Perform safe work practices, flag traffic, wear PPE, and ensure safety.
• Provide emergency coverage and standby as required.
• Occasionally dig, trench, and restore landscape after repairs.
• Inspect equipment and prepare for safe operation each day.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Confined Space Entry

Trenching and Excavation

Flagger

Job description

The Cobb County Government's Water System, System Maintenance Division, seeks skilled workers for four 10-hour shifts per week with on-call status, offering opportunities to develop expertise in water and sewer infrastructure. The role involves field diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and hands-on repair work across a range of utilities, with emphasis on safety and reliability for the community.

Responsibilities include locating assets with GPS/GIS, reading maps, coordinating with crew