Apprentice Water Technician

Job Purpose: This is an entry level, apprentice position in a craft area job ladder with potential to advance to journeymen (Water Technician I) level work. This employee will have the opportunity to learn and train in all aspects of the construction and maintenance of a potable water distribution system which includes pipe laying, water services, fire hydrants and metering. Primary Functions: Participate in a training program, which consists of most facets of water distribution work, both construction and maintenance skill sets; this training program will include, but is not limited to, distribution, as designated by the supervisor; Participate in classroom studies, visual and audio programs, practical applications and other exercises as designated by the supervisor; Prepare materials and assist in construction / installation of water mains, services, meters, fire hydrants, valves, Prepare materials and assist in underground construction of various facets of the water distribution system including; mains, services, fire hydrants, metering and backflow assemblies, Operate, in alignment with OUC’s requirements, all manner of crew truck’s, dump trucks, vacuum trailer, hydraulic / pneumatic equipment and mechanical tools/devices associated with water distribution work; Perform other duties as assigned.