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General Purpose

City of Idaho Falls

Water Distribution Operator-In-Training

The City of Idaho Falls is accepting applications for a Water Distribution Operator-In-Training. This position performs a

variety of unskilled and semi-skilled plumbing and pipe fitting duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of

City Water Distribution Systems.

Works under the general supervision of Water Distribution Foreman or Chief Water Distribution Operator in absence of

Foreman. Works under the immediate supervision of Water System Equipment Operators and Water Distribution Operators.

Essential Functions

Performs as a crew member, assisting skilled Water Distribution Operators install, renew, or repair water service lines; clamp

leaks on existing service lines; install copper tubing, curb and corporation stops, and fittings for renewed or new service

lines; restore property damaged as result of construction.

Assists to install, renew, or repair water mains and services; tap mains to make water service and main line connections;

install, read, and repair water meters and meter pits; repair leaks in water system; raise or lower valve boxes, curb boxes,

manholes, or fire hydrants when necessary for changes of grade on streets, sidewalks, etc.; replace or repair non

functioning water meters, fire hydrants, fittings, and broken pipe sections.

Assists with the inspection of water system construction within City right-of-way to verify compliance with City standards

and requirements.

Assists with conducting fire flow testing for fire hydrants using specialized flow and pressure testing equipment; exercising

water valves and fire hydrants manually and with valve exercising trailer; performing system flushing for water quality

control; locates water mains and service lines; performing leak detection; thawing frozen pipes to restore water service.

Operates a variety of hand tools, small power equipment, and light equipment such as a hand shovel, pick, jack hammer, air

compressor, compaction machine, tapping machine, pipe saw, and chain saw to accomplish required tasks; cleans tools and

equipment to ensure proper working condition.

SALARY \$18.94 - \$ 26.27 Hourly LOCATION Idaho Falls, ID

\$1,515.20 - \$2,101.60 Biweekly

JOB TYPE

\$39,39 5.20 - \$54,641.60 Annually

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

2024-0510

DEPARTMENT Public Works

OPENING DATE 05/10/2024

CLOSING DATE Continuous

Operates pickup or service truck to transport personnel, materials, or equipment to and from job site; operates dump truck,

hydro-excavation truck, and heavy equipment to accomplish required tasks.

Responds to after-hour emergency and customer service calls while serving on 24-hour standby shift, including weekends,

and holidays.

Assists in the plowing and removal of snow from public rights-of-way as may be required.

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education and Experience:

A. Graduation from high school or GED; AND B. No experience required.

2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Some knowledge of hazards and safety procedures associated with water line construction; some knowledge of

typical water line problems; some knowledge of plumbing or pipe fitting methods and procedures typical to water

distribution systems; some knowledge of tools and equipment required to lay and repair sewer or water lines; some

knowledge in use and care of required tools and equipment.

Ability to adapt to emergency or unusual situations; ability to perform manual tasks for a sustained period of time;

ability to tolerate extremes in the work environment; ability to perform strenuous labor; ability to operate tools

typical to plumbing and pipe fitting; ability to carry out wor assignments with minimal instructions; ability to

communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to work effectively with fellow employees, Supervisors, and

the public; ability to interpret maps and construction drawings.

3. Special Qualifications:

Must possess a valid Idaho State Driver\'s License.

Must obtain a minimum Class A Commercial Driver\'s License with tanker endorsement within twelve (12) months of

hire.

Must obtain an Idaho Water Distribution Operator-in-Training (OIT) license within twelve (12) months of hire or

possess equivalent from anothe