Water Distribution & Wastewater Technician II

City of Stuart; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Stuart is seeking a skilled helper in water distribution and wastewater collection. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing mains and services, testing hydrants, and performing valve work.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and obtain a Class 3 Water operator certification or be able to acquire it within 14 months; a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement is required within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Florida DEP Class 3 Water Distribution Systems Operator certification or ability to obtain within 14 months.
• Must obtain Florida CDL Class B with tanker endorsement within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs water and wastewater mains and services; excavates trenches for main placement, installation and repair.
• Raises, lowers, and repairs valve boxes; installs water meters; connects and flow tests fire hydrants; installs stand pipes.
• Assists in locating breaks in utility lines to effect repair.
• Assists in repair and replacement of water and sewer lines.
• Operates motor vehicles to transport personnel and supplies to work site.
• Performs general grounds and non-skilled level facilities maintenance and cleaning.
• Responsible for exercising and maintenance of all potable water valves within the system.
• Maintains, repairs and installs new fire hydrants.
• Operates various heavy equipment and tools.

Skills

Safety awareness

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Florida DEP Class 3 Water Distribution Systems Operator

Tools

CDL Class B with tanker endorsement

Job description

City of Stuart is seeking a skilled helper in water distribution and wastewater collection. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing mains and services, testing hydrants, and performing valve work.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and obtain a Class 3 Water operator certification or be able to acquire it within 14 months; a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement is required within 6 months.