Water Service Technician I - Tap, Meters & Repairs

City of Lincoln/Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick leave

Health, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

The Lincoln Water System within LTU is seeking a mechanically inclined Water Service Technician I to perform water main service taps, inspect service lines, and handle meter installation and replacements. You will respond to routine and emergency service calls and work with the public daily.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least six months of plumbing experience; bilingual skills are desirable. Valid driver’s license required for daily field work and on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 6 months experience in making minor plumbing repairs and installations.
• Bi-lingual skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform water main service taps 1" and smaller.
• Inspect water service lines for correct material usage and code compliance.
• Respond to routine, miscellaneous, and emergency water service calls.
• Install, test, and repair water meters and ensure metering accuracy.
• Assist in water meter replacement programs.
• Interact with the public during in-home service calls.
• Work in excavations and confined spaces.
• Operate computer and related equipment daily.

Skills

Plumbing repairs (6 months)

Bi-lingual (desirable)

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Lincoln Water System within LTU is seeking a mechanically inclined Water Service Technician I to perform water main service taps, inspect service lines, and handle meter installation and replacements. You will respond to routine and emergency service calls and work with the public daily.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least six months of plumbing experience; bilingual skills are desirable. Valid driver’s license required for daily field work and on-call rotation.