Job Information
CITY OF COLUMBIA Water Distribution Technician - 955 in Columbia, Missouri
Special Instructions to Applicants:
HOURS: Monday -Friday; 7am-3:30pm
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent.
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Licenses or Certifications
- Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no air brake restriction within 6 months of hire.
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Knowledge of:
Water main repair and installation.
Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of building trades.
Safety standards and precautions pertaining to the operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment and tools.
Skill in:
Operating motorized equipment, including heavy construction equipment, and hand/power tools.
Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.
Developing and maintaining effective work relationships.
Using and maintaining heavy equipment, hand, and power tools.
Ability to:
Read and interpret written and verbal instructions.
Provide high levels of effective customer service.
Use software and field laptops.
Maintain accurate records
Work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
Work independently and as a member of a team.
Focus on tasks.
Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Ability to work on-call and respond at all hours of the day/night.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions assigned to the City Utilities Department are required to maintain a telephone and permanent residence within 50 road miles of City Hall, 70