Posting number: CON-092026-502016
Department: Water Department
Job classification: Field Services Technician AFSCME 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Maintenance, Construction Maintenance
This is not a Civil Service Position. DWSD employees are subject to provisions of Court Orders entered in United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, Southern Division, Case No. 77-71100 with regard to certain terms and conditions of employment. DWSD does not honor reversion rights for internal candidates.
Applicants for open positions at the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
SUMMARY:
The Field Service Technician performs installations, service start-ups, and investigative tests; troubleshoots repairs and maintains water mains, hydrants, catch basins and sewerage systems at multiple locations throughout the area. The Field Services Technician repairs and maintains tools and other equipment associated with such installations. This position performs various tasks in cleaning, repairing, testing and adjusting a variety of large and small complex meters for residential and industrial services. This position also will effectively identify problems as they occur and take appropriate steps to solve them or refer more complex issues to others.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Repair broken water mains. Repair hydrants throughout the service area. Assist Box crews in providing repairs. Perform turn-on and turn-off services for installation, repair or shutoff of various equipment and devices. Complete water service repair digs. Track and perform routine Gate maintenance. Initiate and complete investigations. Actively participate on Two Man Dig Crew, (three-yard dump, mini excavator). Start as an extra person on the Leak Crew, with proficiency in all aspects of the Leak Crew job duties after this time period (dump truck, backhoe, repairing mains, shoring, etc.). Box Crew Turn-on/Turn-off. Change and install 5/8 inch to 10-inch meters. Perform testing and calibration of meters. Perform work on stop boxes. Investigate problems with meters. Make adjustments to meter components. Perform Meter Interface Units (MIU) installations, wiring, programming and troubleshooting. Operate field laptop as the primary method for receiving, updating and closing work orders. Must have ability to work outside in inclement weather. Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE). A valid Michigan Commercial Driver’s License with an Airbrake endorsement (CDL-A) and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain. Provide on the job training.
RELATED JOB FUNCTIONS:
Perform yard duties to provide tools and supplies at multiple locations. Complete scheduled Preventative Maintenance on tools and equipment. Maintain vehicle inventory. Perform related work duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
SKILL TO:
ABILITY TO:
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (position requirements at entry)
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This position requires the ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, work in confined spaces, elevated locations and descend underground, lift a minimum of ninety-five (95) pounds, walk, stand, or work for long periods of time, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms, detect abnormal equipment sounds, visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night. Employees will be required to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment; perform in confined space, elevated and underground work. Employees will also be required to pass a biomechanical physical and vision test, yearly baseline physical and fit test for respirator/Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. While performing the duties of this position, employees are regularly required to use hands to handle, feel or operate equipment.
Environmental Working Requirements:
Work is performed in the shop and field. Work may be performed near open water, systems with hazardous chemicals that are acidic, highly corrosive, and heat producing and potentially explosive. Work may be performed in confined spaces, hazardous areas that require respiratory protection and personal protective equipment (PPE), and under slippery and wet conditions.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Commercial Driver’s License with “A” Endorsement preferred
Subject to random drug and alcohol testing
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. Employees in this class are required to undergo alcohol and drug screening and are subject to a criminal background investigation.
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