Valve Operator

Our client seeks to hire an Operator. The Operator will be responsible for job safety, accurate, and professional operation/maintenance of valves and fire hydrants.  The Operator will follow written procedures for assessing, operating, maintaining, and testing of valves and fire hydrants. 

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities

Ensure safe operations in the field

Understand and follow all operating procedures

Operate and test valves and hydrants

Understand water system dynamic

Maintain and test valves and hydrant

Understand the mechanical construction of valves and hydrants

Execute maintenance on all equipment

Keep all equipment clean

Responsible for daily truck inspection

Maintain a clean and safe work environment (this includes performing duties in maintaining compliance with any/all federal, state and local laws, regulations and requirements)

Must be able to work effectively as part of a team

Communicate timely updates to management, co-workers, and customers to ensure timely and successful completion of job responsibilities

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem-solving situations

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

·        Minimum of 3 years’ experience in mechanical

·        High School Diploma or GED

·        Must have a valid driver’s license and DOT Medical Card

·        Ability to understand, read, and write English

·        Ability to perform basic math skills

·        Availability to work overtime, any shift, weekends and holidays if needed

Preferred Qualifications:

·   Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills

·   Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views

·   Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; and Monitors own work to ensure quality.

·   Completes work in a timely manner

Physical Demands:

·        Be able to stand on feet for a prolonged amount of time

·        May need to bend, lift, carry, and stretch to perform duties

·        Continually required to use hands and fingers and reach with arms

·        Frequently required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

·        Exposed to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).

·        Travel up to 75%.