Utility Technician II – Joint Base Cape Cod, MA
U.S. citizenship required (federal contract); background check required. Veterans, Reservists, National Guard and military spouses encouraged to apply. Primary responsibilities (under general supervision):
- Water and wastewater system maintenance, including water quality and supply.
- Inspect, install, repair, replace, test and certify water mains, services, meters, hydrants and backflow devices.
- Inspect, install, repair and replace sewer lines, cleanouts, manholes and collection mains; operate sewer video equipment.
- Inspect lift stations; verify SCADA alarms; check wet wells, pump cycling and floats.
- Respond to line-locate service orders and mark water/wastewater infrastructure.
- Customer support and outage notifications.
- Read blueprints, system maps and construction specs; read meters.
- Operate dump truck, Vactor truck, backhoe and related equipment; basic preventive maintenance.
- Troubleshoot pump equipment; monitor water supply and wastewater operations.
- Execute flushing, cross-connection control, spill response and preventive maintenance programs.
- Routine sampling; operate leak detection equipment.
- Complete work orders and records (manual and digital). Minimum qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years as Utility Technician I or related position in water/wastewater.
- Valid driver's license; CDL required within 6 months of hire.
- Interim-level water and/or wastewater operator certification (state required or industry standard).
- Backflow Device Tester and Repair certification may be required.
- Proficient (or able to become proficient) with dump truck, backhoe, Vactor, sewer jet and rodding equipment.
- Safety knowledge (chemicals, confined space, excavation, electrical); pass Federal OSHA, US Army Corps of Engineers and/or state safety training.
- English fluency, strong customer service, basic math. Basic MS Office preferred. Physical: confined spaces, noise/chemical exposure, extreme weather, lift/carry 50 lb, climb inspection ladders and elevated water storage tanks.
- Benefits: medical/dental/vision (85% of premium paid), paid vacation and sick, 12 paid holidays, 401(k) + profit sharing, life/AD&D/LTD, HSA/FSA.