Water & Sewer Utility Operator - Lead Crew (On-Call)

Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

401(k) Plans

457(b) Plans

Health Savings Account

Flex Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Other Insurances

Job summary

Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission in Lexington, SC is seeking a skilled utility worker to install, maintain and repair water and sewer lines, meters and related facilities. You will handle line taps, operate pumps and meters, and perform tasks on small crews with attention to safety and quality.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid SC driver’s license, and knowledge of SCADA, booster/pump stations, and emergency response.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license.
• Experience in maintenance, repair and construction of utility systems.
• Knowledge of booster pump stations, lift stations, SCADA and pump controls.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools and light-to-medium equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain water/sewer lines, meters and related facilities.
• Assist supervisor and may perform supervisory duties in absence.
• Lead a small crew on appropriate tasks and raise/lower manholes and valves.
• Connect pipes to mains, perform taps and meter work, and fix leaks.
• Operate light/medium equipment and keep work sites clean.
• Respond to sewer and water line problems and prepare equipment.
• Overtime or on-call work as required; participate in safety programs.

Skills

Water utility knowledge

SCADA familiarity

Pump/valve operation

Manual labor resilience

Equipment operation

Emergency response

Reading/writing math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission in Lexington, SC is seeking a skilled utility worker to install, maintain and repair water and sewer lines, meters and related facilities. You will handle line taps, operate pumps and meters, and perform tasks on small crews with attention to safety and quality.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid SC driver’s license, and knowledge of SCADA, booster/pump stations, and emergency response.