Water Technician I

Kitsap Public Utility District; Poulsbo (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitsap Public Utility District is seeking a hands-on Water/Wastewater Operations staff member in Poulsbo, WA. The role focuses on operation and maintenance of KPUD-owned water systems, requiring hands-on diagnostics, repairs, and routine system checks to ensure safe drinking water.

The position involves on-call shifts, teamwork, and adherence to KPUD safety standards, with opportunities to contribute to environmental and community health through reliable utilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Water Distribution Manager OIT or Level I certification required.
• Washington State driver’s license required.
• Age 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Reviews new concepts and ideas (e.g. water hydraulics).
• Receives feedback and communicates clearly and professionally.
• Diagnose, disassemble and repair water-related infrastructure and equipment.
• Work alone or in a team to identify and repair problems safely and efficiently.
• Uphold KPUD’s core values in all interactions with customers and colleagues.
• Contribute to KPUD’s mission of strengthening communities through reliable utility services.
• Identify hazards and follow safety precautions during utility work.
• Ensure safe drinking water delivery by monitoring water quality and responding to inquiries.
• Identify operation and maintenance deficiencies and perform repairs as needed.
• Perform maintenance activities under supervision.
• Climb storage tanks and enter confined spaces when required.
• Read, repair, and replace water meters.
• Conduct valve exercising, flushing, and inspection of control valves, hydrants, tanks and standpipes.
• Operate vehicles and power tools and basic equipment.
• Use PC, iPad, Excel, Word, Outlook, and related software.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies outside regular hours.
• Be available for on-call statuses about monthly two-day periods.

Skills

Age requirement

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Water Distribution Manager OIT or Level I certification

Washington driver’s license

Tools

Excel

PC software

Job description

Job Summary

The primary function of this position is to perform a variety of activities related to the operation and maintenance of KPUD owned and managed water systems.

Reporting To:Water/Wastewater Superintendent
Department: Water/Wastewater
Schedule:Monday – Thursday 6:30am – 5:00pm

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Water Distribution Manager OIT or Level I certification
• Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Reviews new concepts and ideas(i.e. Water system hydraulics).
• Receives feedback and communicate thoughts clearly and professionally.
• Works with hands to diagnose, disassemble and repair water related infrastructure and equipment.
• Works alone or as part of a team to identify and repair problems in a safe and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to KPUD’s core values when working alone, within a team, and with customers.
• Exercises strong work ethic to help meet KPUD’s mission of “Strengthening Kitsap communities through responsive and sustainable utility services.”
• Instills knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions when performing utility work.
• Ensures safe and adequate drinking water is delivered to KPUD customers by performing routine water system checks, monitoring water quality, and responding to customer inquiries.
• Identify operation and maintenance deficiencies and make adjustments/repairs as needed.
• Performs various operational maintenance activities with supervision.
• Climb elevated storage tanks and enter confined spaces.
• Read, repair, and replace water meters.
• Responsible for the preventative maintenance of water system Examples include: valve exercising, flushing, inspection of control valves, fire hydrants, pressure tanks and standpipes.
• Operates vehicles and small power equipment including generators, cutoff saws, lawn mowers, weed eaters, etc.
• Use computer equipment and related software including, but not limited to: PC, iPad, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Perform related work as required.
• Participates in an on-call rotation, responding to emergency calls outside of normal work hours.
• Available for “on-call” status for two-day periods, approximately once every month, to respond to emergency or urgent calls during non-working hours.
• Working conditions include, Carry, climb and operate an extension ladder (approx. 28ft high and 75 pounds) Lift and move up to 50 pounds, Perform job from high places, towers, poles, and roofs, use of construction equipment and hand tools, frequently standing for extended periods, working in the field with all weather conditions, moderate noise level as well as occasional exposure to high levels, working around moving traffic.