WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR - WATER DISTRIBUTION & MAINTENANCE

JOB SUMMARY

This position installs, tests, inspects, locates, troubleshoots, evaluates, maintains and repairs all components and assets associated with standard operational and maintenance practices of the water distribution system; and performs related duties as required. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Installs, tests, inspects, locates, troubleshoots, evaluates, maintains and repairs all components and assets associated with standard operational and maintenance practices of the water distribution system;

• Operates, evaluates and maintains light equipment in operation and maintenance of the water distribution system;

• Loads/unloads materials onto/from vehicles;

• Drives and operates trucks and other vehicles; operates various hand and power tools as necessary to accomplish tasks;

• Maintains assigned trucks and equipment; performs cleaning, preventive and routine maintenance and simple repair work as required;

• Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required;

• Performs general manual labor tasks as required;

• Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor;

• Assists co-workers with various duties as required;

• Maintains accurate and complete work records as required;

• Prepares and submits detailed work records and reports; 

• Works according to set procedures under close supervision;

• Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility;

• Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills;

• Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety; 

• May be required to work additional hours, holidays, weekends, nights and on-call rotation as needed in order to accomplish assigned work; and

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

TRAINEE REQUIREMENTS:

Receives training and assists in installing, testing, inspecting, locating, troubleshooting, evaluating, maintaining and repairing all components and assets associated with standard operational and maintenance practices of the water distribution system; and performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED;

• No prior experience required;

• Must obtain DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) medical examiner’s certificate within thirty (30) days from date of hire;

• Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License;

• Must possess or obtain a South Carolina Class “A” CDL within two (2) years from the date of hire;

• Must obtain LLR Water Distribution Operator Class “D” License within two (2) years from the date of hire;  

• Must possess or obtain Asbestos certification, A Frame certification, and Trench and Shoring certification within one (1) year from date of hire; 

• Required to demonstrate competency and complete the minimum requirements for the Water Distribution System Operator Training Program. 

Pay grade will be dependent upon certification and work experience for applicants who possess Class “A, B, C or D” level of certification.

• Trainee Pay Grade and Starting Salary:  107 - $39,024.00
  
• Operator Level “D” Pay Grade 108 and Salary Range:  $40,975.00 - $52,243.00
  
• Operator Level “C” Pay Grade 109 and Salary Range:  $43,024.00 - $54,855.50
  
• Operator Level “B” Pay Grade 110 and Salary Range:  $46,251.00 - $58,970.00
  
• Operator Level “A” Pay Grade 111 and Salary Range:  $49,720.00 - $63,393.00

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 •Ability to read simple sentences, instructions or work orders; writing simple sentences and completing simple job forms; speaking simple sentences using basic grammar;

•Ability to speak or signal to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature;

•Knowledge of personal computer equipment with skill in doing data entry and in the use of Microsoft Office preferred 2000, utilizing Outlook, word processing and spreadsheet software programs preferred;

•Knowledge of addition and subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to capture accurate measurements and calculate ratios, rates and percentages;

•Knowledge of basic algebra involving variables and formulas and/or basic geometry involving plane and solid figures, circumferences, areas and volumes, and/or computing discounts and interest rates;

•Ability to perform simple, repetitive manual, clerical or operating tasks following a few definite procedures; requires minor short-term planning; requires little attention for accurate results;

•Ability to handle or use machines, tools or equipment requiring little or no prior experience, such as hand tools;

•Ability to perform routine work using common sense; and 

•Ability to follow instructions and orders of supervisor.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is considered medium-to-heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing or raising objects and involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.  The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, animals/wildlife, toxic/caustic chemicals, confined spaces, disease/pathogens, dangerous gases.  Work involves light to heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.  Safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.  Work is dynamic and requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.