Job Details

We are looking for a direct placement for a Utility Worker in Kona, HI. This includes repairs and maintenance to water mains, service lines, ; repair and replacement of meter boxes; and assists in the general cleanup of facilities including painting, repairing, and maintaining Company owned or operated facilities. 

Pay Rate: $20 - $23

This position will last for 6 months or longer and will have the option of hiring on direct with the company.

Must have clean driving record and clean background.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs general clean-up of grounds and facilities.
• Cleans and paints station and treatment plant equipment and appurtenances.
• Makes repairs to meters 5/8” to 2”.
• Investigates customer complaints.
• Investigates high bills.
• Inspects services and facilities as a result of all types of complaints or investigation work orders.
• Flushes and services mains.
• Inspects fire services.
• Inspects double check valves.
• Collects water samples.
• Turns on and off meters.
• Reads meters of all sizes.
• Designates account numbers for new services.
• Records meter and service repair requirements and makes necessary repairs.
• Rechecks meter reads.
• Repairs mains, services and appurtenances, including all functions.
• Cleans and/or changes meters 5/8” through 1”.
• Replaces boxes and covers.
• Operates system valves as required.
• Notifies customers for shutdowns.
• Completes necessary paperwork.
• Assists in setting, replacing or removing 1-1/2” through 2” meters.
• Checks customer lot size for service installations.
• Locates company facilities to a minor extent.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adjust or replace meter boxes as necessary
• Performs work on site at assigned location
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or possession of a GED.
• Construction or plumbing experience equivalent to a laborer or apprentice.
• Valid Driver`s License

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of operation, maintenance and repair of pumps, pump controls and related equipment.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices involved in water and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, protocols, principles, practices and procedures for water and wastewater systems, and work site safety,
• Knowledge of plumbing and pipe fitting repair and installation.
• Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
• Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specification and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to regularly interact with employees, public, and customers requiring common sense, tact and diplomacy in order to accomplish assignments