Water Distribution Technician

Berkeley County (SC) Government

Moncks Corner (SC)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Employee wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Berkeley County Government in South Carolina is seeking a utility worker to perform semi-skilled duties in installing and repairing pipes, meters and hydrants within the water distribution system, including some work in confined spaces. You will read meters, use hand tools, operate basic equipment and respond to customer inquiries professionally.

The job requires a valid SC driver’s license, and you must be able to obtain a Class A CDL within nine months and a Class D Water Distribution License

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Six months maintenance/construction experience preferred.
Valid SC driver's license required.

Responsibilities

Assists in installing and repairing pipes, meters, hydrants and fittings.
Operates basic tools and equipment; reads and replaces water meters.
Responds to customer inquiries and handles complaints professionally.
Performs routine maintenance and supports emergency repairs.

Skills

Pipefitting basics

Water system knowledge

Customer service skills

Manual dexterity

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Office equipment & computers

Job description

Job Summary And Essential Functions

This position typically provides the performance of semi-skilled duties in the installation and repair of pipes, conduits, meters, hydrants and fittings some which will require entry into confined spaces; and deals courteously and effectively with fellow employees and others.

Job Summary And Essential Functions

Essential Job Functions

Assists in making of all size taps, types of joints and in repairing all types of broken mains, valves, meters, lines and hydrants.
Installs water meters, service piping, valves and components associated with the water distribution system.
Removes and/or replaces dirt, water, materials and/or debris from the work site.
Reads, removes and replaces water meters.
Handles and mixes bags of cement and maneuvers in a wheelbarrow.
Performs routine tasks with hand tools (shovels, rakes, wrenches, trowels, etc.).
Works on emergency repairs and services with minimal supervision.
Performs light maintenance on tools and equipment.
Responds to customer inquiries and investigates customer complaints associated with the water distribution system.
Performs valve and hydrant maintenance.
Performs flow test and record data.
Obtains water samples.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements To Perform Work

High School diploma or equivalent;
Six (6) months of experience in general maintenance and construction in a utility environment preferred;
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license for South Carolina with safe driving record;

Special Requirements

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for South Carolina with safe driving record.
Must be able to obtain a valid Class A CDL within nine (9) months of employment;
Must be able to obtain a Class D Water Distribution License within 24 Months of employment;
Subject to 24 hour on-call status;
Departmental testing may be administered during interview;
A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not on file.
This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of sampling procedures and sample site locations for bacteriological testing.
Knowledge of the use of pumps, compressors and other appropriate equipment.
Knowledge of pipefitting skills, of water taps and new water line construction practices.
Ability to operate utility vehicles, backhoe, mini excavators and related equipment.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability write legible and descriptive reports on duties performed.
Ability to deal with the public to include handling potential difficult customers and volatile situations.
Ability to qualify physically for wearing self-contained breathing equipment.
Ability to prepare purchase orders and determine benefits eligibility.
Ability to use small office equipment, computers and highly technical computer applications.
Ability to use or repair small, medium and heavy equipment and machinery.

Physical Demands

This position requires the employee to reach, pull and push with hands and arms; stand; and use hands to handle, feel, finger, grasp or operate objects, tools or controls; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use mental acuity and repetitive motion; and walk, talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ninety-five (95) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Conditions

The work is regularly performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities and needs. Normal working hours are Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties and any other information contained herein is subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.

Berkeley County offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including: