Water/Wastewater Technician

Operational Technical Services (OTS) is one of the fastest growing private water and wastewater utility staffing providers in the country. We provide certified water treatment, distribution, wastewater treatment, collections, engineering, laboratory, water quality, maintenance, and training professionals to municipalities, special districts, and private utilities throughout the country. OTS offers temporary, temp to hire, direct hire and emergency on-call opportunities including great benefits.

Job Title: Water/Wastewater Technician

Location: Charleston County, South Carolina

Pay Rate: $22 - $25

General Description:

The Technician will perform routine maintenance, monitoring and testing of water and wastewater systems to assist with facility operation, maintenance, and service.

Example of Duties:

• Assist operators with the performance of all required job duties.
• Take and record instrument readings.
• Report to the supervisor any irregularities with instruments or their readings.
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory analysis.
• Maintain Utility tract through general clean up and wash-down of facilities.
• Maintain Utility grounds through lawn mowing, weed eating, etc.
• Perform routine tasks with hand tools (shovels, rakes, etc.).
• Read water meters and record volume used by residential and commercial customers.
• Install water meters as needed.
• Locate valves, water mains, manholes, leaks, etc. in the field.
• Report to the supervisor any irregularities with meters, meter boxes, mains, valves, valve boxes, or hydrants.
• Assist with water line repairs.
• Check sewage pump stations routinely.
• Assist with repair and maintenance of sewage pumps and sewer lines.
• Responsible for the safeguarding and maintenance of personal protective equipment and issued tools.
• General knowledge of utility and company policies and procedures.
• Serve in on-call capacity and respond to after-hours emergencies.

Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain necessary certifications within 24 months of hire required (D Level Biological Wastewater, D level Water Distribution Certification).
• Valid South Carolina’s Driver's License with clear driving record.
• One to two years of related experience in similar field.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds, walk up to 5 miles per day, and constantly stoop, kneel, crouch, and stand.
• Any combination of the training and experience which will indicate possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed above.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment.

Operational Technical Services, (OTS), is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colors, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.