Utilities Maintenance Technician

Overview

The Utilities Maintenance Technician monitors and maintains utility facilities related to the operations of the Town's water distribution, water treatment, wastewater treatment and wastewater collections systems. Under the direct supervision of the Utilities Operator, the Technician participates in various programs and activities including utility operations, safety and preventative maintenance.

The following duties are representative and not intended to be exhaustive. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Monitors water distribution/treatment and wastewater collection/treatment facilities for proper operation and reports findings to the Utilities Operator.
• Collects and analyzes water or wastewater samples according to local, state and federal protocols; collects and submits water or wastewater samples for lab analysis; completes documentation for submittal to Utilities Operator.
• Assists in the repair or replacement of damaged water distribution/treatment and/or wastewater treatment/collection infrastructure; participates in preventative maintenance program; participates in water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure cleaning operations; assists Senior Utility Maintenance Technicians in the service, repairs and adjustments to pumps, chemical feed systems, and other equipment; verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor.
• Performs underground utility location services related to water and wastewater infrastructure; assists in monthly utility meter reading process; performs utility customer service initiation and termination.
• Actively participates in the Utility Safety Program; participates in the Town's utility on-call emergency response program.
• Remains apprised of best available technology related to materials, methods, equipment and specifications for the operation of water and wastewater facilities.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction, including those of a technical nature.
• May be required to operate heavy motorized vehicles and equipment.
• Operate machinery/equipment used in cemetery site opening and closing. Interment site work as assigned.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Town by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Supports the relationship between the Town and the constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors and Town staff; enthusiastically promotes the Town's goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.