POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position will work with water and wastewater treatment, water distribution, and wastewater collection. Duties include operating and maintaining groundwater wells, reading meters and the performance of basic and semi-skilled maintenance and preventative maintenance tasks.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Periodically check the office for any work order(s) needing to be completed.
• Locate water main lines as requested by Missouri One-Call customer request.
• Maintain all water lines. (Example: repair broken/leaking lines, document and make recommendations of needed repairs.)
• Installation and maintenance of service connections.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and order as needed.
• Perform clean up and patch work where work has been performed (yards and streets).
• Read meters, change meters, download reading history, and troubleshoot.
• Keep management informed of daily activities.
• Be knowledgeable of all District policies and regulations, and abide by them.
• Complete work orders and document thoroughly.
• Perform general maintenance on all District buildings and property.
• Pick-up all trash and debris on District property and locations where work has been performed.
• Will work in an on call rotation for calls after hours, weekends, and holidays. These calls will be handled in a strict and timely process to provide excellent customer service.
• Perform maintenance on all District equipment.
• Will utilize all safety procedures to make the work zone as safe as possible including attending weekly safety meetings.
• Work on/with wells, booster pumps, and telemetry.
• Wastewater maintenance, lift stations, and operate wastewater treatment plant.
• Assist with sampling for Quality Assurance.
• Operate equipment when necessary.
• Operate various types of hand tools to repair water service.
• Record keeping as needed.
• Perform and document monthly routine flushing program.
• Keeps Well Log and Wastewater System records.
• Other duties assigned by General Manager.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Be responsible in arriving and leaving work on time and completing time sheets.
• Present a professional image in daily activities.
• Maintain proper maintenance on company vehicles and equipment.
• Schedule time off in advance with General Manager’s approval.
• Work with fellow employees in a professional manner.
• Always be professional with public communications.
• Clean all District property as needed.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

ABILITY TO:

• Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation in an on-the-job training setting.
• Achieve related licenses within a reasonable period of time. The District will offer training for new hire.
• Obtain CDL license within a reasonable period of time.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
• Make simple mathematical calculations.
• Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English language.
• Communicate verbally with co-workers, customers, and/or the public.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid Drivers’ License. CDL preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test and background check.

PWSD No. 3 provides a competitive salary, excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer. Applications can be sent to 106 SE 421st Rd. Warrensburg, MO  64093.