Water Distribution Operator I – On-Call & Weekend

City of Ardmore; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Ardmore is seeking a field position responsible for the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems. The role requires after-hours and on-call work, including weekends, and involves repairing water lines, maintaining equipment, and assisting with projects.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Oklahoma driver license, and the ability to obtain CDL and Class D Water Works Operator licenses within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Must communicate clearly and follow directions in written and verbal form.
• Basic math skills required for measurements and calculations.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and maintain efficiency.
• Willingness to work after hours, on-call, and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repairs, projects and preventative maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Maintain and repair water lines; lay new water lines as required.
• Operate pneumatic and hand tools; operate equipment and trucks; clean and maintain equipment.
• Explain and take directions via phone from Supervisor when necessary for repairs.
• Help maintain a parts inventory.
• Work without supervision; work on-call.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Math

Organization

On-call readiness

Self-supervised work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hand tools

Operate trucks

CDL license eligibility

Job description

City of Ardmore is seeking a field position responsible for the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems. The role requires after-hours and on-call work, including weekends, and involves repairing water lines, maintaining equipment, and assisting with projects.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Oklahoma driver license, and the ability to obtain CDL and Class D Water Works Operator licenses within 12 months.