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Water Maintenance Trainee
Company:
Metropolitan Utilities District
Industry:
Non-profit
Job title:
Water Maintenance Trainee
Job level:
Entry
Job description:
Position Summary
The Water Maintenance Trainee is trained in the classroom, on-the-job and while assisting other
Water Distribution personnel. The Water Maintenance Trainee must successfully complete all
required classroom and field training, written and proficiency testing occurring during or prior to
the end of a twenty-four (24) month training period to become eligible for consideration for
advancement to the position of Water Maintenance Worker.
Education
Required – High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing
Required – Have and maintain a valid drivers license Upon Hire and
Required – CDL – Group A – Commercial Drivers License Maintain valid license while
holding position within 60 Days
Required – Hearing (audiogram) testing. Upon Hire
Required – Certified to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self-Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA) in order to comply with confined entry procedures and/or chemical
exposure. Certification requires completing a Medical Questionnaire, passing a
Pulmonary Function Test, Fit Test and compliance with the guidelines of the Districts
Respiratory Protection Program. within 60 Days
Required – Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of
Transportation Operator Qualification (OQ) Rule, thus must acquire and maintain
qualifications for all covered tasks assigned to this position under the Districts Operator
Qualification Plan. Upon Hire
Required – Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of
Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random,
post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire
Required – Pre-employment and/or post-offer physical demands screening Upon Hire
Required – Pre-employment Background Check & Drug Screen Upon Hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to assist internal and external
customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
Experience with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices, to include
familiarity, with but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and
enterprise-wide software (e.g. SAP and GIS). (Entry proficiency)
Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.
Mechanical ability and have experience with hand tools and power tools preferred (Entry
proficiency)
Essential Functions
Install and repair water valves, hydrants, air reliefs, vaults and main breaks.
Operate valves and hydrants, break pavement with pneumatic paving breaker, excavate
worksites, climb ladders, dig dirt by hand, remove manhole lids, flush hydrants, cut pipe,
assemble fittings and transport materials and equipment to and from the worksite.
Frequently enter vaults, trenches, and other difficult to access locations in order to
perform work.
Prepares and joins pipes and fittings to ensure proper fit and function.
Backfill, tamp and restore excavations to proper compaction and to original condition.
Direct traffic with the use of flag(s) to safely divert traffic away from work area(s).
Operate a variety of District equipment and vehicles, to include trucks with manual
transmissions.
Perform the physical requirements of position.
Assist crew members as directed to ensure work performed is completed effectively and
in accordance with established procedures and standards.
Maintain/clean equipment and tools to keep in good working order.
Required for All Jobs
Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Field: Work inside and outside in all weather conditions and terrain for extended periods
of time.
*Please see job posting on our Careers page for a full list of physical demands
*Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position
An Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation”
Positions available:
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Posted on:
April 18, 2025