Water/Wastewater Construction Technician

This role, reporting to the Construction Foreman, is responsible for executing capital improvements and performing construction projects in their assigned zone.

This is a key role supporting the upgrading of our facilities.

Primary Responsibilities

- Work with the engineering department to complete planned projects

- Execute work on open work orders and pending construction projects as assigned

- Dig and install new mains as needed

- Assist with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed

- Work with the maintenance team as needed

- All other duties as assigned

Personal Attributes

- Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly

- Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem

- Attention to Detail - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task from the beginning to the end of the project/task

- Communication, Oral & Written- Ability to communicate effectively with others using both the spoken/written word

- Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures

- Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards

- Judgment -Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information

- Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task

- Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work- related problems

- Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

- Teamwork- Ability to work as part of a team

- Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations

Education/Skills

- High School Diploma or equivalent

- OSHA Safety Training is preferred

- Ability to read and interpret Engineering and Construction plans

- Valid Driver’s License

- Experience with heavy equipment is a plus

Working Conditions

- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

- Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 75 pounds

- Exposure to potential hazards such as chemicals, fumes, and odors

- Will work in confined spaces

- Willingness to be on call in emergency situations