TECH III (WATER AND/OR WASTEWATER COLLECTIONS) - OAHU

Performs journeyman level work on a variety of operations, maintenance and repairs for water, wastewater and distribution systems.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Essential:  sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, repetitive arm/hand motions, bending/twisting, reaching, climbing, lifting/carrying pushing/pulling,  manual dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.  Occasional:  walking on steep slopes, kneeling, repetitive arm/hand motions, climbing stairs, lifting/carrying 70-80 lbs.  Frequent:  sitting, standing, walking, bending/twisting, reaching above, at and/or below shoulder level.  Constantly:  manual dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:  Exposed to dust, fumes, and liquids.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs complex operations, maintenance and repair activities related to water and water distribution systems including but not limited to water supply springs, wells, pumps, water catchments and storage systems, water filtration treatment plants, distribution piping, valves and flow control devices as assigned.
• Conducts quality control checks upon completion of the job and reports to the Operations Manager.
• Makes daily operations and maintenance inspections of assigned areas such as checking chemical feed systems, water collection and storage sites, water filtration treatment plants, and facility distribution system components.
• Installs flow meters, and backflow/cross connection prevention assemblies as assigned.
• Assists in the chlorination and de-chlorination of new and retro-fitted water lines.
• Conducts water sampling of water wells and performs chemical analysis.
• Collects and forwards water samples to certified laboratories for testing to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Prepares weekly and monthly water consumption reports for subdivisions water committee as assigned.
• Provides a monthly water usage report for invoicing of customers to Operations Manager.
• Performs assessments on all water and distribution systems and makes recommendation to Operations Manager.
• Responsible to manage time of projects and stay within budgeted cost.  Communicates concerns and issues with the Sr. Tech.
• Tracks the status and completes work orders as the job is completed; ensures the job order is accurate and complete before submitting for billing purposes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma, GED, or the equivalent of a GED and 2 years of related work experience or equivalent work experience and training.
• Minimum 2 – 3 years recent related work experience in water systems and distribution systems.
• Current experience as a foreman or lead position.
• Current valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Class II Distribution System Operator and/or Water Treatment Plant Operator certification.
• Technical knowledge of water distribution systems or related industry.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Please email resume and salary requirement to Laurie Matsunami at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Pural Water Specialty Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer