Distribution Operator

Distribution Operator

Springdale Water Utilities is now accepting applications for the position of Distribution Operator.

Job Description

Working under the direction of the Distribution Supervisor and supervision of the Distribution Manager and the Distribution Director, this individual is a member of a three-member crew working in the water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems owned, operated, and maintained by Springdale Water Utilities, hereinafter referred to as the Utility. Persons employed in this position are responsible for making sure health and safety measures are executed . This is a safety sensitive position. Pre-employment and random drug testing are required per DOT regulations.

This position is required to be on call (duty assignment) at scheduled weekly intervals and to be available for working outside normal business hours. Employees on stand by duty must live within a twenty-five minute response time of the office facilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities To Meet Job Requirements

- Knowledge of material, methods, and techniques used in construction, maintenance and repair activities as related to assigned areas of specialization

- Knowledgeable in generally accepted standards and techniques used in the operation and maintenance of water distribution and sanitary sewer systems

- Ability to operate heavy equipment and tools

- Ability to meet schedules and time lines

- Demonstrate the ability to work safely and efficiently

- Demonstrate ability to understand and interpret verbal and written instructions, and read documents such as safety rules and operating instructions

- Capable of maintaining an effective working relationship with fellow employees and work courteously and tactfully with the public and co-workers

- Maintain a good attendance record

RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively participates in duties of a high performance three-member crew assigned to maintain, upgrade, and expand the Utility’s water distribution system and the sanitary sewer collection system. Work assignments include, but are not limited, to the following:

- Operate Utility equipment units, such as backhoe/loader, dump truck, hydraulic jet (flush) truck, rodder, and tools such as hole hog, tapping machine, jackhammer, acetylene torch, pipe saw, trash pump and air compressor, to perform any operation within the capacity of the equipment and as necessary to accomplish the job required

- Locating and repair of water leaks

- Analyzing and correcting low-pressure services

- Repairing, replacing and providing maintenance on water mains, valves, meter services, fire hydrants and other water system appurtenances

- Locating and repairing all breaks and stoppages in sewer mains and lateral lines

- Cleaning, repairing, and replacement of sewer mains and manholes

- Adjusting valve boxes and manhole lids to proper grade

- Construction of water and sewer line extensions, installing new meter services and sewer taps, hydrants, valves and manholes

- Clean, service, and maintain all vehicles, equipment, and tools assigned to the crew

- Assist with housekeeping, cleaning, and maintenance of workplace facilities

- When called upon, assist other Utility divisions in the maintenance and minor construction of the facilities for which they are responsible

- Perform other duties and special assignments as directed by superiors

Education & Training

Obtain, within three (3) years, a Class II Water Distribution Operator’s License issued by the Arkansas Department of Health. Employees in this position are strongly encouraged to obtain a Class IV Water Distribution Operator’s License. The Utility’s compensation system is designed to motivate employees to contribute to the maximum of their ability by compensating based on their job performance and meeting licensing requirements. Inability to obtain proper licenses, within a year of being eligible to test, will result in a decrease of potential merit increases.

Employee must obtain and maintain, within 6 months, a State of Arkansas Commercial Drivers

License commensurate with work duties and remain insurable by the carrier providing automotive insurance coverage to the Springdale Water and Sewer Commission. CDL Required

Springdale Water provides an exceptional benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.05 - $36.08 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

- Springdale, AR 72765 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Springdale, AR 72765: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person