Water / Sewer Technician Level I, Town of Ridgeland
Maintains and repairs the sewer collection system for the Town of Ridgeland; inspects sewage pump stations to ensure proper working conditions. Performs maintenance and repair work on pump houses, piping and rights of way; cleans and inspects manholes and sewer mains; repairs and installs sewer mains and laterals; performs general grounds keeping duties as needed.
Must be able to operate a truck, rodding machine, jetter, jackhammer and various hand tools and power equipment as needed and maintains assigned vehicle and equipment to be in clean, good-working condition. Helps monitor treatment basins and wastewater collection and treatment systems. Reads meters once per month (Note: automated meter read system!).
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Water/Sewer Foreman and/or Superintendent.
High school diploma or GED; valid SC driver’s license; ability to pass a background check and drug screening; must provide satisfactory 5-year SC DMV driving report; Must be willing to develop and work as necessary a rotating weekend schedule to check water and wastewater system operations and to promptly respond to customer complaints and/or system emergencies that may occur 24/7.
Must either possess or be able to obtain DHEC Class E Water/DHEC Class E Water Distribution/DHEC Class D Wastewater Treatment within 12 months of employment. ******A licensed applicant will have a distinct advantage*****
Must be able to perform the above in inclement weather conditions such as hot, cold, rain, ice, wind and other such inclement weather conditions.
Please visit http://www.ridgelandsc.gov/job-opportunities to see full job description. Please email cover letters & resume to: tshaffer@ridgelandsc.gov.