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Job Description
Grade 15: Salary starts at $19.80 an hour. Rate of pay depends upon qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Leak Detection Technician is responsible for conducting surveys of water distribution systems by operating complex electronic equipment to locate visible and non-visible water leaks. The Leak Detection Technician works under general supervision. This job has an automatic progression plan. An employee hired as a Leak Detection Tech will automatically advance to Senior Leak Detection Tech upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as a Leak Detection Technician with SAWS and a Minimum Performance Rating of “Achieves”.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Operates complex acoustic and electronic leak detection equipment to assist in accurately pinpointing water leak locations.
- Reads and evaluates water distribution system maps to assist in leak detection survey.
- Applies Leak Detection principals, practices and procedures.
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses repairs to system infrastructure using leak detection equipment.
- Interprets and analyzes leak detection data.
- Performs data entry into third party applications in support of satellite leak detection.
- Facilitates interdepartmental teamwork.
- Trains and mentors other employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Works under general supervision.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Six (6) months experience performing basic maintenance and/or construction in a water distribution or wastewater collection system or similar work environment.
- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
- Perform position specific physical testing to include ability to successfully pass a hearing screening to include Audiometry and/or Pure Tone Testing.
- Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
- Basic PC skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Demonstrates a continuous effort to improve skills levels.
- Ability to exercise extreme caution and understanding of safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and public relations.
Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 55 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.
Working conditions are primarily outside, exposed to wet, humid, or extreme weather conditions; slippery, uneven surfaces; excessive noise; heavy traffic; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. Operates company vehicle on a daily basis.
May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedules such as weekends, holidays, nights, on-call, and in emergency response situations.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 12/1/2024 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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