Water Distribution Operator I

⭐ Applicants MUST apply on our website at: https://fpb.cc/employment ⭐

Overview

Join our dynamic water distribution team as a Water Distribution Operator I and become a vital part of ensuring safe, reliable water services for the community. In this energetic role, you will perform essential tasks related to the operation, maintenance, and inspection of water distribution systems. Under immediate supervision (Water Distribution Operator in Training and Operator I), general Supervision (Water Distribution Operator II and III), or Minimal supervision (Operator IV), performs skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work on the potable water distribution system of the Frankfort Plant Board Water Department; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to water distribution. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop technical skills while contributing to a vital public service.

Responsibilities

• Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.
• Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order. Ensure that sufficient stock materials and supply materials are on hand at all times.
• Maintain daily activities logs.
• Operate, maintain, and repair tanks, reservoirs, and pump stations; inspect residential and commercial service issues. Clean and monitor pump stations and related equipment. Climb and inspect tanks.
• Monitor, adjust, and trouble shoot water distribution SCADA system.
• Lay and fit pipelines; make water line taps; install water services, fire hydrants, valves, and other water devices. Perform reclamation projects; resurfaces streets and roads; refurbish landscaping; etc.
• Perform field duties related to the water system; take water samples and issue boil water advisories as needed; inspect new construction.
• Excavate trenches and install shoring and shielding.
• Operate leak detection equipment; operate pipe locators; install and inspect backflow devices; flush, maintain, and repair fire hydrants; operate, maintain, and repair valves.
• Perform computer related tasks as needed; read and update water distribution maps and as-built plans and blueprints.
• Perform on call duties on scheduled and emergency basis as needed.
• Repair, maintain, test and install water meters and related service lines; read, program, and download and upload meter data; turn services off and on as necessary.
• Lay out and install traffic signs and pavement markings. Establish proper traffic control devices and direct traffic through flagging operations.
• Perform related duties as required and complete work in accordance with federal and state regulations and Frankfort Plant Board standards.
• The above duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school or GED, plus 2 years construction experience.
• Must obtain a valid Class A CDL issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky during first year of employment.
• Must be able to respond to calls in emergencies at all hours.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess a valid driver's license. Must obtain a valid Class A CDL issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky during first year after appointment to the class. Must maintain insurability under the FPB liability insurance coverage.
• Must obtain a First-Aid Responder (CPR) Certification.
• Must obtain a Flagger Certification.
• Must obtain Class II Distribution License issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky to advance to Water Distribution Operator II.

Pay: $19.36 - $29.05 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person