Water & Wastewater Utility Technician II

City of Hammond; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hammond is seeking a Utility Worker II to perform a wide range of maintenance, repair, installation and alteration tasks for water and wastewater systems. You will operate various vehicles and equipment, follow established guidelines, and apply sound judgment to tasks in outdoor utility environments.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or GED with utilities maintenance training, be capable of obtaining a Class B CDL within 6 months, and secure required water/wastewater

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or GED supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in utilities maintenance and repair.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Class B CDL license including General Knowledge, Tanker, and Air Brakes within the first 6 months following employment.
• Must be able to obtain the following certifications within the first 3 years following employment: Water Distribution, Water Production, Water Treatment, Wastewater Collection, and Wastewater Treatment.
• Requires six months' experience in water or wastewater repair and maintenance or closely related experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts construction, repair, and maintenance of water and wastewater lines and equipment including valves, fittings and taps.
• Conducts new construction and installation of water and wastewater lines and equipment.
• Operates various hand and power tools and equipment to service or maintain city facilities or grounds.
• Performs basic maintenance, lubrication and repair of equipment; operates backhoes, dump trucks, and frontend loaders.

Skills

Operate equipment

Follow instructions

Analytical judgment

Safety practices

Education

HS diploma or GED

One year college utilities maintenance

Job description

City of Hammond is seeking a Utility Worker II to perform a wide range of maintenance, repair, installation and alteration tasks for water and wastewater systems. You will operate various vehicles and equipment, follow established guidelines, and apply sound judgment to tasks in outdoor utility environments.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or GED with utilities maintenance training, be capable of obtaining a Class B CDL within 6 months, and secure required water/wastewater