HomeMy WebLinkAboutWater Distribution Technician Job Description 10 2020CITY OF MONROE
JOB DESCRIPTION
WATER DISTRIBUTION TECHNICIAN
Supervised by: Water Distribution Supervisor
Supervises: May lead water distribution staff on assigned projects
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Water Distribution Supervisor, performs water system MISS DIG
responses, preventative maintenance activities, and directs assigned staff to carry out related
activities. Acts as the Water System preventative maintenance program coordinator, field leader
and/or functions as a member of the distribution construction crew or meter shop. Well versed in
water service construction procedures, construction/repair on water services, operating
equipment/electronic devices, vehicles and fitting materials. Repairs and assembles particular
equipment and performs other duties in support of the water distribution system. Schedules, as
directed, workload related to water system preventative maintenance. Reads meters as assigned.
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential
functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected
to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
function satisfactorily.
1. Receives project assignments verbally, written, or electronically for MISS DIG tickets &
responses, preventative maintenance, and projects. Plans and or schedules work tasks, as
directed, for completion, personally or with utilization of assigned staff.
2. Responds and marks MISS DIG requests. Determines locations of all water system
infrastructure locations (water main pipe, valves, water services, meter pits, underground
structures, etc) as directed. Instructs crew members in work procedures and proper
equipment usage as directed.
3. Under direction of the Water Distribution Supervisor, coordinates water system hydrant
inspection and valve exercising program (preventative maintenance program).
4. Maintains, continuously upgrades, and schedules: daily workload, data entry, data
management, data tracking and data reporting utilizing manual and computerized
software related to infrastructure, physical maps and records. Keeps work progress notes,
prepares final completion summary for work order tracking. Utilizes various types of
equipment and devices to collect field data for maintenance of City records.
5. May receive temporary assignments to carry out comparable duties on the Water
Distribution Construction Crew or as a Water Service Worker as staffing circumstances
warrant. Is expected to operate all vehicles, equipment and machinery as well as
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performing manual tasks. Participates in 24 hour standby coverage and rotation with
Meter Shop members.
6. Monitors and enters confined spaces.
7. Performs light maintenance, painting and cleaning within facilities, equipment, and
vehicles.
8. Performs water system operational maintenance including system flushing to maintain
water quality.
9. Collects field samples and delivers to filtration plant testing laboratory.
10. Reads water meters at customer locations.
11. Utilizes computers to perform daily job duties.
12. Performs related work duties as directed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum
qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Requirements include the following:
• A high school diploma or GED, with additional vocational or technical training in meter
operation, testing, calibration, hand and power tools/equipment usage, and/or plumbing
methods.
• Three or more years of progressive water department experience including acting as a
crew leader, water meters, or job leader on a temporary or regular basis.
• A State of Michigan S-3 Water Distribution Certification.
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maintain one throughout employment.
• Valid Michigan Driv (A), with air brakes required.
• Minimum score of 70% on the City of Monroe aptitude examination.
• Knowledge of water main construction, repair and maintenance. Knowledge of the
principles, practices and regulations governing the distribution of potable water.
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• Knowledge of the safety practices, issues, tools, equipment, methods, and materials utilized
in water distribution system maintenance, and skill in applying them to regular and
emergency projects.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and
resourcefulness when dealing with employees, City officials, and the public.
• Ability to prepare and maintain a wide variety of records and reports according to
accepted standards.
• Skill in prioritizing and leading a wide range of utility repairs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and maintain records, specifications, and maps of utility mains,
valves and service lines. Must also have the ability to create maps and drawings, estimating
material needs and maintaining records.
• Ability to learn specific PC related computer programs, i.e. GIS, Document Management, or
technical devices used by the department to maintain records, specifications and repair
work orders.
• Ability to work effectively under stress, changes in work priorities when assigned.
• Ability to perform visual inspections of outdoor projects and conduct field visits.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations on a 24 hour basis.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk,
climb, use hands and fingers, talk, hear and view and create written documents. The employee
uses hand strength to grasp tools and may climbs ladders or uneven terrain. The employee is
frequently required to reach with hands and arms, such as to operate and repair vibrating
machinery, use wrenches, hand tools, etc and operate motorized equipment and vehicles. The
employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 75 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation will be
made, if needed, for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outdoor weather
conditions. The employee works near moving mechanical equipment. The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate, but can frequently be loud.
October 13, 2020