Bedford l Water is seeking a dedicated Preventative Maintenance Technician. This position will investigate sanitary sewer back-ups and overflows. Using the proper equipment, perform sanitary sewer inspections and work to clear obstructions found in the sanitary sewer system.
Responsibilities
- Operate camera equipment to visually inspect sewer lines for structural defects by directing the movement of the unit through the sewer system and adjusting the camera to diagnose problems.
- Operate equipment to flush or saw obstructions from the sanitary sewer system.
- Clean and check equipment after each use, perform routine inspection service, adjust, and make repairs to equipment, and attachments.
- Assist with the monitoring of Root Treatment processes in utility lines.
- Introduce smoke into sewer system to identify sources of groundwater infiltration.
- Perform inspections on manholes and manhole lids to prevent unwanted rain or groundwater from entering the sewer.
- Assist and respond to customers with concerns.
- Locate and exercise valves and hydrants to make them accessible and ensure operability.
- Maintain crew vehicle.
- Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Preventative Maintenance Supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Graduate from High School or equivalent diploma.
- Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form.
- At least 1 years of experience in water and sewer or construction preferred.
- A valid Virginia driver’s license and a Class A CDL with Air and Tank endorsements within 6 months of hire.
- Ability to comply with the Authority’s Vehicle and Equipment policy.
- Must obtain a NASSCO PACP, MACP, and LACP certification within the first 12 months of hire.
- Must be proficient in the use of Computers including Microsoft Office®.
- Must be organized, detailed, and self-motivated.
- Must obtain VDOT Basic Traffic Safety Certification Be able to maintain logs and prepare reports.
- Other skills and knowledge that demonstrate the ability to do the job.
- Must be able to pass a drug test and background screening.
Additional Information:
- This position has no supervisory responsibility.
- The position typically requires working Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00
p.m. with a thirty (30) minute lunch break. This position is subject to being on-call during the off-hours as may be needed for emergency repairs. Position is considered essential personnel.
Working Conditions:
- Work involves frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
- Physical agility is required for pushing, pulling, reaching, and repetitive motions.
- Frequent physical exertion of up to 25 pounds and occasional exertion up to 50 pounds.
- Work is frequently performed outdoors in various weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts.
- Sensory requirements include standard vision and the ability to hear and express ideas at normal spoken levels.
- Exposure to noise levels is moderate.
Pay: From $36,608.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
