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Field Services Technician-Lead Service Line Replacement (DWSD INTERNAL ONLY)

Michigan, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$46K/yr - $65K/yr

The City of Detroit is seeking a Field Services Technician to join their Water Department. This role involves performing installations, service start-ups, and troubleshooting repairs for water mains, hydrants, and sewerage systems, while ensuring compliance with safety policies and maintaining tools and equipment.

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Responsibilities

Repair broken water mains

Repair hydrants throughout the service area

Assist Box crews in providing repairs

Perform turn-on and turn-off services for installation, repair or shutoff of various equipment and devices

Complete water service repair digs

Track and perform routine Gate maintenance

Initiate and complete investigations

Actively participate on Two Man Dig Crew, (three-yard dump, mini excavator)

Start as an extra person on the Leak Crew, with proficiency in all aspects of the Leak Crew job duties after this time period (dump truck, backhoe, repairing mains, shoring, etc.)

Box Crew Turn-on/Turn-off

Change and install 5/8 inch to 10-inch meters

Perform work on stop boxes

Operate field laptop as the primary method for receiving, updating and closing work orders

Must have ability to work outside in inclement weather

Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)

Provide on the job training

Perform yard duties to provide tools and supplies at multiple locations

Complete scheduled Preventative Maintenance on tools and equipment

Maintain vehicle inventory

Perform related work duties as assigned

Qualification

Computerized Maintenance Management SystemWater distribution systemsBasic Geographic Information SystemsBasic plumbingBracingShoringUse of hand toolsProblem identificationTeam collaborationEffective communication

Required

Applicants for open positions at the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

A valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License with an Airbrake endorsement and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain

Must have ability to work outside in inclement weather

Utilize job related equipment (dump truck, backhoe, vactor, etc.)

Effectively query and generate work orders and maintain and update various databases and Automated records

Identify problems and troubleshoot accordingly

Use basic technology

Operate hand tools; pneumatic tools and other construction related equipment

Operate trucks and other motorized equipment used on water and sewer system maintenance and construction

Collect and analyze process and performance data used to diagnose, repair and perform Preventive maintenance of equipment

Complete arithmetic computations

Read and interpret schematics

Understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Maintain effective working relationships with others

Replace and repair major equipment

Direct team activities or work as a team member

Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate frequently with team members and other units across the Department about process, equipment or potential problems

Develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software

Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures

Actively participate on Two Man Dig Crew, three (3) months, (Three-yard dump, mini excavator)

Starts as an extra person on the Leak Crew for six (6) months, needs to be proficient on all aspects of leaks Crew job duties after this time period (dump truck, backhoe, repairing mains, shoring, etc.)

Box Crew/Turn-on/Turn-off of various equipment and devices, three (3) months

Hydrant Crew, three (3) months (hydrant truck)

Catch Basin Crew, three (3) months (brick truck)

Vactor Crew; six (6) to twelve (12) months training, (vactor)

Identify problems and complete repairs of Catch basins, Sewers, Water Mains and Hydrants as necessary

Perform televised sewer work to complete repairs

Perform work on stop boxes

Operate field laptop as the primary method for receiving, updating and closing work orders

Perform related work duties as assigned

Valid Commercial Driver's License with “A” Endorsement

Subject to random drug and alcohol testing

Benefits

Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

Sick Leave

Vacation

Holidays

Funeral leave

Family and Medical Leave

Jury duty

Military duty leave

Unpaid personal leave

City Employees Retirement System