Hydrant Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description

A Hydrant Field Technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of fire hydrants throughout the water distribution system.

Key Responsibilities

•Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on fire hydrants, i.e., cleaning, painting, repairing,replacing, and/or lubricating nozzles, caps, operating nuts, stems, gaskets, chains, etc.
•Performs inspection and testing of fire hydrants to ensure proper operation and to itemizedeficiencies
•Hydraulic testing to establish flow capabilities and locate flow deficiencies.
•Collects pertinent hydrant data through office and field investigation to create a permanent recordfor reporting and safety sheets regarding hydrant number, manufacturer, model, connection, year,valve opening size, depth, location, etc.
•Raises, lowers, pulls, and repairs valve boxes; installs water meters.
•Exercise water distribution valves manually, requiring substantial manual exertion
•Locate valves using a ferromagnetic locator
•Work within confined spaces (Trench boxes, excavations, tunnels, mechanical rooms)
•Read maps and find underground utilities via GPS coordinates and as-builts
Required Skills

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

•Knowledge of and the ability to use basic hand tools, materials, and equipment commonly used inthe performance of job function.
•Knowledge of using pumps, compressors, and other appropriate equipment
•Ability to follow oral and written instructions and be able to write legible and descriptive reports onduties performed.
•Ability to work on emergency repairs and services unsupervised or in teams of various sizes.
• Ability to work outdoors in various and/or extreme weather conditions
• Must have a valid driver’s license clear of multiple and/or major violations.
• Class A CDL license (preferred)
• Ability to work on an on-call or emergency basis as needed
• Ability to travel locally, regional, or nationally
• Working knowledge of OSHA & EPA Regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent attention to detail

Qualifications and Education Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of relevant construction experience (preferred)

Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors :
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
• Frequent ability to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, and bend at the waist.
• Ability to balance, crouch, utilize manual dexterity, grasp, handle, perceive sounds at normal speaking levels, distinguish among sounds, lift, pull, push, reach, conduct repetitive motions, and visual acuity in utilizing equipment
• Must be able to climb a minimum 30-foot ladder.
• Maximum unassisted lift = 75 lbs. The average lift is less than 20 lbs.
• Tasks may require color and visual perception and discrimination
• Exposure to extreme seasonal weather based on geographic region.
• Exposure to moving parts and electricity that require safety protocols.
• Ability to work in high-stress and/or physically demanding environments
• Exposure to varied travel conditions by means of driving and
• Ability to proficiently operate Bluetooth/internet-requiring devices (e.g., GPS, tablet, phone)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.