Pumps & Storage Tech I

SUMMARY OF JOB

Performs routine semi-skilled, technical work associated with daily the operation of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Ability to Interpret a Geographic Information System (GIS)/maps/drawings and/schematics. Read water/wastewater meters. Program/troubleshoot water meters and radio read systems. Inspect for unauthorized water/sewer connections and cross connections. Investigate and troubleshoot water quality related service calls. Locate water/sewer/other underground utilities. Notify customers of water outages. Paint walls, structures, pipes, fittings, and other material from surface preparation to finish. Perform minor repairs of buildings, doors, windows and floors, locks, cabinets, and similar items. Assist in repairing light industrial equipment found in water/wastewater treatment industry. Graduation from high school/GED equivalent. Previous experience preferred. Basic knowledge of power and hand tools/plumbing and fixtures required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned or scheduled.

· Basic knowledge of power and hand tools.

· Basic knowledge of plumbing and fixtures.

· Ability to Interpret a Geographic Information System (GIS), as well as maps, drawings and schematics.

· Read water/wastewater meters.

· Program water meters and radio read systems.

· Trouble shoot water meters and radio read systems.

· Inspect for unauthorized water/sewer connections and cross connections.

· Investigate and troubleshoot water quality related service calls.

· Locate water, sewer, and other underground utilities.

· Notify customers of water outages.

· Paint walls, structures, pipes, fittings, and other material from surface preparation to finish.

· Perform minor repairs of buildings, doors, windows and floors, locks, cabinets, and similar items.

· Assist in repairing light industrial equipment found in water/wastewater treatment industry.

· Schedule routine vehicle maintenance.

· Subject to twenty-four (24) hour call and works varied shifts as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the

Knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made

to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ability to work with minimal supervision.

· Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.

· Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers, other Water Authority departments, and the general public.

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and procedure manuals.

· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing, oral, or diagram form.

· Ability to work alone or in a team environment.

· Must possess and maintain a good work ethic with a strong emphasis on good attendance, reporting to work on time, completing job assignments in a timely manner, maintaining a good work attitude, performing all job duties as assigned and/or scheduled.

PROMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum requirements for an individual to be promoted from a WQT I to a WQT II:

· Display competence in investigating and troubleshooting water pressure related service calls reflected from a minimum 6 months collective experience.

· Display competence in investigating and locating water leaks reflected from a minimum 6 months collective experience.

· Display competence in investigating and isolating water lines for installation, removal, and repairs reflected from a minimum 6 months collective experience.

· Display competence inspecting and exercising of valves reflected from a minimum 6 months collective experience.

· Display competence inspecting, exercising, and testing of a fire hydrant reflected from a minimum 6 months collective experience

· Display competence in performing routine maintenance to plant equipment such as water and sewer pumps, related treatment equipment, and automatic controls.

· Sufficient experience as determined by Water Quality Management in the following duties: Reading water/wastewater meters, Programming water meters and radio read systems, Investigate and troubleshoot water quality calls, Ability to locate water, sewer and other underground utilities, perform minor repairs and maintenance to buildings and equipment, Investigate and repair leaks around meters and all billing related work orders.

· No disciplinary actions in file for prior 6 months.

· Maintain good attendance and reliability.

· Follows all safety procedures and policies.

· Promotion recommendation received from direct supervisor.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Previous experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATE, LICENSE, REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

· Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license or have the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment date. No more than six (6) demerit points on driving record if required to drive Water Authority vehicles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. If corrective lenses are noted on driver’s license, the lenses must be worn when operating Authority vehicles.

· Repetitive movement using equipment is involved.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, climb, balance or crawl.

· Employee must be able to stand for an extended amount of time at the jobsite.

· Employee must be physically able to walk several miles during the day.

· Employee must be physically able to regularly reach overhead.

· Employee must regularly lift, carry and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally100 pounds. Assistance is required on weight amounts above those listed. Failure to do so could result in injury and denied Worker's Compensation benefits.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ENCOUNTERED IN THIS JOB

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions.

· Employee will be regularly exposure to moderate or high noise level, extreme outside weather conditions, uneven, steep, slippery terrain conditions, dusty conditions and wet and/or humid conditions.

· Employee will be subject to exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment operation.

· Employees will be subject to roadway hazards, i.e. traffic.

· Employee will be subject to outside hazards, i.e. poison ivy, bees, spiders, dirt, animals.

· Employee will be subject to confined areas, i.e. confined spaces, sewer manholes, water vaults, wastewater pits, and/or protected trenches.

GENERAL STATEMENT AND SELECTION GUIDELINES

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work assigned to in this job position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties or tasks performed by personnel so classified.

The following will identify the selection guidelines for job placement:

· WVWA application

· Rating of education, experience, training and qualifications

· Reference checks

· Interview with WVWA management team

· Applicant must pass a pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol test

· A criminal background check and social security number verification will be performed. The results must match information provided by the applicant on the WVWA application

· Job related test might be required and would be administered to all applicants applying for the position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.22 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Referral program

- Retirement plan

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

- Please apply directly on company website: https://www.wvwaonline.org/mss/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Work Location: In person