Water Distribution Field Technician

This position is responsible for all activities in the water distribution system. This includes installing, maintaining and repairing the City water main distribution system, domestic and commercial service connections and fire hydrants. In addition, may be required to support the Meter Field Crew as assigned.

Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

Pay Grade 15: $28.65 - $31.92 Hourly

Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week

• Receive daily work schedule from Water Distribution Working Foreman directing job activities, tasks and specific instructions; load required equipment, tools, materials etc., and safely complete tasks according to schedule.
• Respond to emergency call outs as directed including but limited to suspected water leaks and main breaks. In the event of a confirmed break, begin process of shutting down isolating valves immediately.
• Re-fill and resurface roadways.
• Install, maintain, repair or replace sections of water mains, valves or domestic and commercial water service connections as scheduled, in a manner in accordance with American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards.
• Install, maintain, repair or replace fire hydrants; re-surface ground area; maintain free access to hydrants by clearing debris, shoveling or plowing accumulated snow, flush, pump and flow test fire hydrants as necessary.
• Ensure a safe work area for all projects assigned.
• Inspect new water lines laid by contractors for conformance to departmental and State regulations and standards.
• Gather asset information for the various categories of infrastructures, signs, hydrants, making use of hand-held computer and GPS receiver.
• Locate, expose and raise or lower road and gate boxes as directed for Street Division paving projects.
• Respond to Dig-Safe notifications as assigned and identify all water supply lines according to departmental protocol.
• Maintain assigned vehicle and equipment in proper working order, keep required equipment, tools, materials & supplies on vehicle as needed.
• Plow City streets and sidewalks with the street division in accordance with the provisions of the Union contract.
• Perform back filling and landscaping of City green belt and lawn areas.
• Act as “Ambassador” for the City, carrying out work and interacting with co-workers and the public in a respectful, professional manner.
• Comply with all departmental safety policies, protocols and procedures and OSHA regulations, including but not limited to ensuring a safe work area, wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, and stopping work if there is any question of safety.
• Attend safety and professional development trainings as required.
• May be required to assist the Metering Field Crew with routine metering work as necessary as assigned by the Distribution Field Crew Manager.
• Provide on-call coverage as assigned including nights, weekends and holidays.

• Performs other duties as required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year previous experience in underground water construction or other underground construction preferred.
• Vermont State Operator Classification, Class D or equivalent required or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of date of hire required.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the internal works of plumbing and fixtures with residential and commercial properties preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blue prints to identify and locate water shut-offs, and water lines.
• Training in construction equipment and tool use and their related safety practices required.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A at time of application is preferred. Otherwise, candidates without a CDL A upon application must obtain a CDL Class A permit within the probationary period (90 days) and must obtain a CDL Class A license within one (1) year.
• Ability to learn City water distribution system and connectors, including but not limited to: locating underground service lines such as gas and power supply, principles of water pressure and hydraulic engineering, good safety practices, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds chest high, frequency 2-3 times…