Water Equipment Operator

Rhode Island Bar Assn.; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rhode Island Bar Assn. is looking for a Water Equipment Operator responsible for operating heavy equipment, particularly backhoes, for water mains maintenance and repair. The role involves ensuring safe operation, coordinating crew efforts, and preparing reports, requiring specific licenses and two years of experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with trench excavation.
• Knowledge of water mains and appurtenances repair methods.
• OSHA excavation safety procedures knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe for pipeline installation and repair.
• Prepare and submit various reports.
• Coordinate small crew work in supervisor's absence.

Skills

Backhoe safety

Traffic laws

Equipment maintenance

Safety regulations

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The PWSB is looking for a Water Equipment Operator with a heavy equipment license and experience operating backhoes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing and submitting various reports as directed by supervisor
• Participating in all duties performed in the maintenance, installation and repair of water mains and services and related equipment
• Using a backhoe to excavate material for pipeline installation and repair as well as other water system maintenance
• Using other heavy equipment for maintenance of the Water Supply Board system
• Performing routine maintenance safety checks on PWSB equipment to ensure that it is maintained and operating safely and efficiently. Cleaning and maintaining equipment after each use.
• Ensuring that work is performed in a safe, efficient manner in accordance to all safety regulations and policies
• Coordinating the work efforts of a small crew in the absence of superiors
• Participating in the repair of main leaks and breaks, service leaks, valve leaks, hydrant leaks and damaged hydrants on a 24-HOUR basis
• Making service taps and installing new service lines
• Operating hydrants and valves
• Participating in the flushing of system mains by operating hydrants and valves and monitoring water quality
• Prepare reports and sketches of various types of water installations and service records which are submitted to a supervisor
• Using proper methods of chlorinating water mains to keep them free from contamination during construction
• Performing related work as required

This position requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two years of experience with trench excavation. Must have knowledge of backhoe safety, as well as a knowledge of traffic laws involved in equipment operation. Should have a knowledge of the mechanical parts and operations of water mains and other water system appurtenances, and the methods and tools used for their repair, plus a working knowledge of OSHA excavation safety procedures.

Also required are:

• Rhode Island Grade 1D Public Water Supply Transmission and Distribution Operators Licenseor said license to be obtained within one year of employment.
• Valid Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL)
• OSHA Competent Person Certification (or to be obtained within one year of hire)
• Heavy Equipment License for backhoe operation and experience driving backhoe machinery