Distribution System Operator / DSO II / DSO III (Multiple Open Positions), Charleston Water System
Position Summary: This position is an entry level position. The associate is required to participate in the Charleston Water System Training Program and must pass specific sessions by defined dates after date of hire. Once trained, the associate performs work involving the skilled duties of a Water Distribution System Operator. Under limited supervision, performs installations, renewal and repairs to all sizes of water services. Performs maintenance, installations and repairs to fire hydrants, valves and different types and sizes of water mains.
Performs bench and field test and repairs of water meters. Repairs and replaces meter boxes and vaults as well as valve box adjustments. Performs hydrant painting, hydrant flow tests, and miscellaneous preventive maintenance procedures. Assists in maintaining Water Distribution ISO Certification by following Water Distribution’s Standard Operating Instructions. Essential Functions: Removes and/or replaces soil, water, materials and/or debris from work sites. Loads and unloads equipment and materials from vehicles at work sites.
Operates jackhammers, compactors, pumps, and boring equipment. Disassembles and removes damaged or worn pipes. Assembles and installs new pipes. Disassembles/assembles pipe and meter appurtenances in the installation and/or repair of meters, meter boxes/vaults and service lines. Make repairs to meters up to 36” in size. Field test meters 3” to 10”. Performs routine tasks with hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes, brooms, pipe wrenches, hammer and saws).
Distribution System Operator Apprentice: Two years’ experience in general maintenance and construction in a utility environment preferred. Valid South Carolina driver's license. Distribution System Operator II. Two years’ experience in general maintenance and construction in a utility environment required. ‘D’ level Water Distribution Operator’s License. (Within 24 months of hire) Distribution System Operator III. Two years’ experience in general maintenance and construction in a utility environment required.
Distribution System Operator III: Two years’ experience in general maintenance and construction in a utility environment required. Valid SC Commercial Driver’s License Class A or equivalent. “C” level Water Distribution Operator’s License (Within 36 months of hire) Licenses, Certifications, Registrations: Must possess a valid South Carolina driver's license. Valid South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License Class A required within 6 months of hire. Must successfully complete a proficiency in the job skills required for each level as outlined in the CWS Apprenticeship Program for Water Distribution. South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation requires that water distribution operators obtain an operator’s license from the Environmental Certification Board. Must be able to pass the Water Distribution Operator License exam through the ‘C’ level as outlined in the CWS Apprenticeship Program for Water Distribution. Failure to meet all requirements of the CWS Apprenticeship Program for Water Distribution, including certification requirements, may result in termination.
Apply online at http://www.charlestonwater.com/354/Jobs. Resumes are not accepted in person, but can be uploaded online in the application portal.
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