Water Distribution Pump Station Technician

City of Ashland, Kentucky; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kentucky Retirement

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

City Paid Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Leave (Sick, Vacation)

Free Access City Building Gym

YMCA Membership Discounts

Job summary

The City of Ashland, Kentucky seeks a Water Distribution Supervisor to oversee pump stations, replace motors and perform electrical work across city facilities. The role includes daily water sampling, irregular hours, and emergency response capabilities.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED with substantial experience, a valid driver’s license, and applicable water distribution licenses; a Class IV license as eligible is anticipated. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with considerable experience.
• Ability to work irregular hours and respond to emergencies.
• Valid driver’s license and appropriate water distribution licensing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pump stations and replace pump or electric motors.
• Oversee daily water sampling at various locations.
• Perform electrical work for City buildings and locations.

Skills

Experience in water distribution

Electrical maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Supervisor: Water Distribution Superintendent

Supervises: None

Beginning Salary: $28.354-$43.666/ hour

Class Characteristics: Performs intermediate work maintaining the operation of pump stations, replacing pump motors and or electric motors, troubleshooting, electrical wiring, daily water samples at various locations, mowing grass at all of the pump stations and water towers. Performing electrical work in all other various City buildings/locations. Performs related work as apparent or assigned.

General Duties and Responsibilities: Maintains pump stations. Mows grass at pump stations. Oversees daily water samples. Performs electrical work for various locations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED and considerable experience.

Certification/Licensing Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• State Master Electrician License or Class III Water Distribution Operator License.
• Upon eligibility, obtain and maintain a Class IV Water Distribution Operator License.

Availability Requirement

• Must be able to work irregular hours and assigned shift.
• Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours.

Benefit Summary

• Kentucky Retirement
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• City Paid Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Sick, Vacation)
• Free Access City Building Gym
• Discounts for YMCA Membership

Equal Opportunity Employer