DSTT-Distribution Technician Trainee

Department:
Distribution

Reporting Relationship:
Distribution Foremen

FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt

Install and maintain CAW’s distribution system, including water mains, transmission lines, valves, services, taps, meter boxes, meters, vaults, loops, fire hydrants, and other water‑related appurtenances, in a manner that maximizes efficiency and safety for the general public.

• Locate leaks and lines accurately to minimize unnecessary excavation and repair costs.
• Operate equipment such as pumps, pipe‑cutting hand tools, air compressors, backhoes, excavators, dump trucks with trailers, and other heavy equipment.
• Repair, maintain, and install water mains, curb stops, service lines, meters, meter boxes, valves, hydrants, and all other parts of a water system.
• Calculate the requirements for concrete, road gravel, fill sand, landscaping, and asphalt.
• Flush mains and service lines after water mains have been installed or repaired.
• Replace and restore paving on all patches in permanent asphalt.
• Read and use maps and GIS to locate lines and valves to shut off the water as needed.
• Communicate with customers by providing excellent customer service while performing duties.
• Track leak order tickets, reactivate service, and perform service connections and disconnects.
• Maintain traffic control in the work area using flags and signs to ensure a safe working environment.
• Operate the assigned vehicle, keep it clean, and report all mechanical problems. Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and safety policies and procedures when driving company vehicles.
• Perform all work safely in accordance with established safety policies and procedures. Comply with all safety and health standards and guidelines issued by management.
• Champion and embody the core values of the Reliability division:
  Ownership, Reliability, Authenticity, and Future Thinking.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Valid Driver’s License required

The employee must obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months after 180‑day introductory period is complete

One (1) year of construction or mechanical experience required; previous experience in leak repair preferred. Basic computer skills preferred; excellent customer relations and communication skills preferred.

None

• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods
• Reaching by excreting hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity is required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal parameters
• Ability to lift 100 pounds
• Loud noise; work indoors and outdoors, exposed to extreme hot/cold/wet weather conditions
• Work in proximity to operating machinery, traffic, and rural/wooded areas to locate facilities.