Water Distribution Technician I - Field & Maintenance

City of Santa Fe Springs; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Caldwell is seeking an entry-level Infrastructure Operator to support installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system, including mains, valves, hydrants, and service lines. Work is performed outdoors under supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment.

Typical duties include operating light equipment, dump trucks, and vac trucks, setting up traffic controls, logging daily activities, and responding to after-hours emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assists with installation and repair of water mains, valves, hydrants, and service connections.
• Performs trenching, pipe laying, backfilling, and restoration work.
• Operates light equipment and hand tools in support of water infrastructure projects.
• Operates a dump truck to and from job sites, hauling road base spoils, concrete, asphalt, etc.
• Operates a vac truck to locate leaks, expose mains, pothole, etc.
• Sets up work zones, including traffic control devices, to maintain public safety.
• Locates and exposes existing utilities under supervision.
• Flushes hydrants and exercises valves as directed.
• Performs routine maintenance on tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Assists with water main shutdowns and pressure testing.
• Completes daily logs and work order documentation.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Caldwell is seeking an entry-level Infrastructure Operator to support installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system, including mains, valves, hydrants, and service lines. Work is performed outdoors under supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment.

Typical duties include operating light equipment, dump trucks, and vac trucks, setting up traffic controls, logging daily activities, and responding to after-hours emergencies.