Water Distribution Technician I — Field Maintenance

The-City-of-Miramar,-Fl; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Miramar is seeking a Utilities Maintenance Worker to support the water transmission and distribution system. You will perform routine and emergency maintenance, locate utility lines, install and repair mains and service lines, and respond to after-hours calls as needed.

Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment such as backhoes and trenchers, maintaining records, and ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years of utility construction/maintenance experience.
• Must hold a Florida driver’s license and obtain Water Distribution Level 3 within 2 years.
• Must obtain Florida Class B license within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assembles equipment and materials for daily assignments.
• Performs routine and emergency maintenance on water transmission and distribution systems, including mains and service lines.
• Inspects and repairs water and sewer mains and service lines; extends lines and detects leaks.
• Maintains records of work in progress and completed items; may respond to after-hours calls.
• Operates a vehicle, heavy machinery and power tools; interacts with supervisors, coworkers and customers.

Skills

Water utility maintenance

Map reading

Safety practices

Customer service

Power tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic locator

Backhoe

Bobcat

Job description

The City of Miramar is seeking a Utilities Maintenance Worker to support the water transmission and distribution system. You will perform routine and emergency maintenance, locate utility lines, install and repair mains and service lines, and respond to after-hours calls as needed.

Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment such as backhoes and trenchers, maintaining records, and ensuring safety standards.