Water Operator I

City of KetchumKetchum, ID

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Job Description

The Water Operator I is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Municipal Water System on an assigned shift basis.

Work is performed under the direction of the supervisor in charge.

Essential Functions

Operates, services, maintains and checks equipment, instruments, pumps, valves;
Takes readings of pressures, volumes, weights, levels, flows and other data, and records them on log sheets;
Makes routine water quality tests;
Performs maintenance on Water Division equipment, pumps, pipes, vehicles, buildings, structures and grounds;
Collects samples, performs simple analysis, and records results;
Installs, repairs, and inspects water lines, valves, pumps;
Responds to calls and concerns from the public;
Installs, reads, and repairs water meters;
Locates and marks water lines;
Performs after hours “on call” duties for the Department. Remains within a 1-hour response time while “on call”;
Assists in various duties, shifts and functions of the Water Division operations;
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Licenses and Other Requirements

Idaho Class “B or Higher” Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment;
Class I Water Distribution License or the ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment;
Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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