WATER REPAIRER 1

Company: Willingboro Municipal Utilities Authority
Location: Willingboro
Posted on: April 9, 2025

Job Description:

WATER REPAIRER 1
DEFINITION: Under supervision, installs, maintains, and repairs mains, valves, pumps, hydrants, and other water service equipment; does other related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:

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• Installs, maintains, and repairs water mains, pipes, valves, pumps, hydrants, and other equipment.
  
• Ensures that water taps are closed in work areas.
  
• Sets drilling machines and taps water mains.
  
• Disassembles fire hydrants, removes defective parts, installs new parts, and reassembles hydrants.
  
• Replaces water valves.
  
• Operates an air compressor and pneumatic drill.
  
• Digs trenches to remove defective pipes and install new pipes and mains.
  
• Yarns, pours, and caulks joints.
  
• Loads and unloads pipes and fittings.
  
• Obtains, safeguards, and uses needed equipment, tools, materials, and supplies.
  
  REQUIREMENTS
  EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water mains, pipes, valves, hydrants, and other water service equipment and/or in the operation of water treatment plant apparatus and/or in varied plumbing work OR one (1) year of experience as a laborer in a public works department.
  LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a valid driver's license in New Jersey if vehicle operation is necessary for performing job duties.
  KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
  
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  • Knowledge of procedures used in making routine and complex repairs to water mains, pipes, and appurtenances.
    
  • Knowledge of varied types of tools used in maintenance and repair of water installations.
    
  • Ability to understand, recall, and carry out oral and written directions.
    
  • Ability to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and demonstrations.
    
  • Ability to work with others.
    
  • Ability to work for long periods in emergency situations and remain until all repairs have been made.
    
  • Ability to operate an air compressor and skillfully use other specialized tools and equipment.
    
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