WATER MAINTENANCE WORKER II

Floyd County Board of Commissioners; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation-Annually

Health/Major Medical

Dental

Wellness Clinic

Employer-Paid Pension

Short & Long Term Disability

Job summary

Floyd County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Water Maintenance Worker II to perform skilled maintenance and repair of the county’s water distribution system, including leaks, line installs, hydrants, and meters. The role requires operating heavy equipment and providing guidance to junior staff.

Responsibilities include water taps, trenching, restoration, completing work orders, and ensuring safe work zones while delivering quality customer service to residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in water utility construction, equipment operation, maintenance, or related field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled maintenance and repair of water distribution systems, including repairing pipeline breaks and leaks, installing and repairing water lines, meters, meter boxes, hydrants, and related components.
• Conducts water system installations and repairs, including water taps, meter replacements, concrete work, trenching, excavation, and restoration of work areas.
• Operates a variety of vehicles, heavy equipment, machinery, and specialized tools used in water utility construction and maintenance activities.
• Inspects, maintains, and performs minor repairs on equipment and tools; checks fluid levels, lubricates equipment, cleans work areas, and reports mechanical issues.
• Assists with locating system issues, performing service repairs, and responding to water utility maintenance needs and customer service requests.
• Completes work orders, reports, and related documentation; communicates work activities and service information through telephone, radio, and in person.
• Maintains safe work practices by following established procedures, using protective equipment, and maintaining proper traffic control and work zone safety.
• Provides guidance and assistance to less experienced employees and supports efficient completion of assigned utility projects.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Floyd County is looking for a Water Maintenance Worker II!

The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled utility work associated with the construction, repair, and maintenance of the County water distribution system while operating specialized equipment and performing advanced maintenance activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following functions are typically associated with this position. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of this role. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs skilled maintenance and repair of water distribution systems, including repairing pipeline breaks and leaks, installing and repairing water lines,meters, meter boxes, hydrants, and related components.
• Conducts water system installations and repairs, including water taps, meter replacements, concrete work, trenching, excavation, and restoration of work areas.
• Operates a variety of vehicles, heavy equipment, machinery, and specialized tools used in water utility construction and maintenance activities.
• Inspects, maintains, and performs minor repairs on equipment and tools; checks fluid levels, lubricates equipment, cleans work areas, and reports mechanical issues.
• Assists with locating system issues, performing service repairs, and responding to water utility maintenance needs and customer service requests.
• Completes work orders, reports, and related documentation; communicates work activities and service information through telephone, radio, and in person.
• Maintains safe work practices by following established procedures, using protective equipment, and maintaining proper traffic control and work zone safety.
• Provides guidance and assistance to less experienced employees and supports efficient completion of assigned utility projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in water utility construction, equipment operation, maintenance, or a related field or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.

BENEFITS

• Paid Sick
• Incentive & Longevity Pay
• Wellness Clinic
• Employer-Paid Pension
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation-Annually
• Health/Major Medical
• Dental
• Short & Long Term Disability