Distribution Operator
Core
Physically demanding field role maintaining, repairing, and installing water distribution system assets, facilities, and grounds.
Role type
Field operations technician (water distribution)
Builds
Water mains, service lines, valves, hydrants, and associated infrastructure
Domain
Water utility / Municipal infrastructure
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Excavation restoration, carpentry, painting, plumbing, concrete work, welding, metal fabrication, leak surveying, flow testing, water sampling, GIS/GPS usage, heavy equipment operation, hand tool manipulation
Preferred skills
Water utility pipeline experience, heavy equipment experience, field customer service, groundwater distribution system knowledge
Technologies
GPS, GIS, digital communication devices, business office computing systems
Responsibilities
Repair, tap, and install mains and service lines; install and maintain valves, hydrants, and meters; perform excavation restoration; conduct flow tests, leak surveys, and field water quality tests; obtain and deliver water samples; maintain accurate work records; perform carpentry, painting, and plumbing as needed; operate heavy equipment and hand tools in various weather conditions
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC