Water Distribution Technician 0
Summary
First level in a five-level career progression. Assists senior workers with installing and maintaining the water distribution infrastructure. Begins/completes the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) core curriculum. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.
Examples of Work
Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description. These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.
- Begin/complete the NCCER core curriculum training program (delivered by a certified instructor) and demonstrate competency therein
- Assist in installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes, valves, air reliefs, and backflow preventers
- Assist in inspecting, maintaining, testing, repairing, painting, and greasing fire hydrants
- Assist in coordinating permanent water meters and installing and testing backflow preventers 2.5” and above
- Assist in tracing water and irrigation lines for determining service
- Assist in inspecting, installing, maintaining, and repairing water pump stations, including all mechanical equipment (ex: booster pumps, wells, valves, gauges)
- Assist in locating and correcting water and irrigation distribution line breaks.
- Provide maintenance support for installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes
- Assist in jetting to clear lines of 4” and above
- Assist higher-level technicians in testing the piping system and equipment, including manholes
- Assist in repairing pipefittings and maintaining valves and underground pipes
- Help with transporting, mixing, and handling chemicals or using hazardous materials (other than cans of gasoline, batteries, pumping fuel, or access to normal janitorial cleaning materials)
- Responsible for facilities or equipment carrying current fluids or gas that could endanger the public or other employees
- Assist in locating and correcting sewer and storm distribution line breaks
- Operate University of Florida (UF) vehicles
- Provide support in troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing lift stations, including mechanical equipment
- Provide support in maintaining and pulling the sewer and sump pumps
- Receive mentoring from supervisor and/or lead technician for determining the pump outs at the lift stations
- Perform related duties (as assigned)
Education and Experience
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Licensure and Certification
Florida Class E operator (driver) license
Supervision
This position does not typically include supervisory responsibility.
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