O&M Technician I
Somerset County, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Position Purpose:
Performs a variety of work in the maintenance repair and operation of the potable water distribution system. The service work includes but is not limited to installation repair troubleshooting and maintenance of distribution system components.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
- Ability to conduct service and repairs such as valve and hydrant maintenance and replacement reading and interpreting utility prints understanding principles and components of water distribution systems.
- To test repair and service major water distribution components such as valves fire hydrants and water mains.
- Rudimentary understanding and use of all conventional tools and meters to maintain repair and test components found in the water distribution system.
- Participates in an on-call rotation (approximately every 3rd week) to respond to emergencies and perform necessary overtime work including participating in and assisting contractors with water main breaks and conducting utility mark-outs.
- Prepare reports to accurately describe conditions and work performed.
- Prepares appropriate service documentation for billing and completion of service orders.
- Maintain and develop good customer relations while promoting the image of the company.
Work Environment:
- Required to work in confined spaces climb ladders scaffolding and stairs.
- Required to work in all weather conditions both indoors and outdoors.
Qualifications :
Education/Experience/Background:
- High School Diploma/GED is required.
- Distribution system or water treatment plant technician experience recommended.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Required adhering to customer and facility rules and regulations.
Required Certification/Licenses/Training:
- Required to be trained or already trained as an distribution system technician.
- Water Distribution System Operator License (or ability to obtain within two years).
- Must also have a NJ drivers license.
Additional Information :
Pay Range: $23.00 to $27.00 per hour.
Benefits: Veolias comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies as well as health dental vision life insurance savings accounts tuition reimbursement paid volunteering and addition employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Sick leave 56 hours; Observed Holidays 11 days; Vacation 15 days
Eligible for up to 3% Annual Performance Bonus
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
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