Water & Sewer Pipe Technician

City of Phenix City; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Phenix City, Utilities – Water Distribution, is seeking a full-time employee to perform field inspection, lubrication, line location, and equipment operation in outdoor settings. You will support the department by ensuring safety, locating utilities before digging, and assisting with sewer main and service line repairs.

The role requires communication with supervisors and crew, adherence to safety rules, and the ability to work as part of a team in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Previous experience with pipes, fittings and valves.
• Licenses: Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of water design and operations.
• Ability to read gauges and directives.
• Written communication to document logs.
• Verbal communication with supervisors and coworkers.
• Mathematical skills for counting and basic calculations.
• Operate two-way radios and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists in repairing pipes and installing sewer mains and service lines.
• Operates equipment for dirt compaction and other tasks.
• Reviews work orders to determine materials, tools and equipment needed.
• Assists in locating lines and conferring with line locators.
• Collects and loads tools and equipment for daily work.
• Cleans and stores tools and equipment properly.
• Assists with traffic control around work zones.
• Directs traffic using devices and signals.
• Participates in safety and departmental meetings.
• Receives training on new equipment and procedures.
• Maintains proper uniform and safety attire.

Skills

Water system operations

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Mathematics

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Two-way radio communication

Instruction following

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

City of Phenix City, Utilities – Water Distribution, is seeking a full-time employee to perform field inspection, lubrication, line location, and equipment operation in outdoor settings. You will support the department by ensuring safety, locating utilities before digging, and assisting with sewer main and service line repairs.

The role requires communication with supervisors and crew, adherence to safety rules, and the ability to work as part of a team in varying weather conditions.