Water & Wastewater Utility Technician I

City of Springfield, TN; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Springfield, TN is seeking a skilled worker to install, repair, and maintain water and wastewater utility services. You will handle lines, taps, hydrants, valves, meters, and cleanouts while locating leaks and keeping sewer mains in good working order.

Responsibilities include traffic control, material handling, and assisting with locating underground utilities during excavation. A valid TN driver’s license is required, with CDL Class A to be obtained within 12 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with water/wastewater construction experience preferred.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license; must obtain Class A CDL within 12 months.
• Must pass drug screen and medical examination per city policy.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain water and wastewater lines, service taps, hydrants, valves and meters.
• Locate leaks and maintain sanitary sewer mains and service lines.
• Set traffic control measures for utility work sites to detour traffic and ensure safety.
• Gather and load required materials and equipment for daily tasks.
• Assist in locating other underground utilities during excavation.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Water/wastewater construction experience

Tools

Washer trucks

Dump trucks

Cutting saws

Pipe tools

Wrenches

Job description

City of Springfield, TN is seeking a skilled worker to install, repair, and maintain water and wastewater utility services. You will handle lines, taps, hydrants, valves, meters, and cleanouts while locating leaks and keeping sewer mains in good working order.

Responsibilities include traffic control, material handling, and assisting with locating underground utilities during excavation. A valid TN driver’s license is required, with CDL Class A to be obtained within 12 months.