Explore plumbing jobs in Water Systems Field Technician Public Sector Operations
Cape Town, Western Cape
Ontec South Africa
Posted 22 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Water Systems Field Technician Public Sector Operations
Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 25/04/2025
Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged, and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment.
Job DescriptionResponsible for performing a variety of skilled technical duties and semi-skilled labor in the operation, maintenance, repair, and construction of water systems & wastewater collection systems, including water production and distribution systems, metering, pressure regulators, and customer service response.
Key Responsibilities- Provides lead direction, training, and work review to staff; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows up to ensure completion of assigned work.
- Reads blueprints at an intermediate level, analyzes project plans to determine construction requirements, and assigns duties accordingly.
- Operates water systems and performs maintenance tasks; cleans, maintains, and repairs main line sewers, manholes, and laterals; locates, repairs, and maintains water and sewer line breaks and leaks; repairs and installs various water and wastewater appurtenances.
- Performs utility line location marking, activates and terminates water meters, and assists with customer service requests.
- Performs meter testing and fire hydrant flushing.
- Conducts operational and safety checks of equipment before use.
- Excavates and backfills trenches using hand and power tools; repairs, installs, and maintains water lines, meters, and related facilities; cuts pipes, installs tapping valves, lays pipe, and installs valves, meters, and fire hydrants.
- Observes safe work methods, uses safety equipment, secures work sites from traffic hazards, and attends safety meetings. Checks job sites for potential hazards, including confined space concerns.
- Responds as a Shift Operator, depending on certifications achieved and duties assigned.
- Maintains and services a variety of test equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
- Installs, adjusts, and troubleshoots pressure regulating valves, meters, and chemical pumps (if applicable).
- Responds to questions and complaints from the public; carries out assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas with heavy public use.
- Responds to emergency call-outs and performs standby duties as required.
- Prepares and maintains records of work performed and materials used.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the company’s service by offering suggestions and participating as an active team member.
- Relevant technical tertiary qualification.
- 2-5 years of experience in water/wastewater collection systems operation, maintenance, and repair.
- Relevant certification and licenses as required by the South African water industry authorities.
- Knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in maintaining and repairing water and wastewater infrastructure systems.
- Understanding of safe work methods and safety regulations.
- Proficiency with computer software including SCADA and GIS mapping.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, both in person and over the phone.
Applicants from Cape Town, Western Cape only will be considered.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
0
Water systems field technician public sector operations
Cape Town, Western Cape
Ontec South Africa
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Water Systems Field Technician Public Sector Operations Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 25/04/2025 Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged, and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment. Job Description Responsible for performing a variety of skilled technical duties and semi-skilled labor in the operation, maintenance, repair, and construction of water systems & wastewater collection systems, including water production and distribution systems, metering, pressure regulators, and customer service response. Key Responsibilities Provides lead direction, training, and work review to staff; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows up to ensure completion of assigned work. Reads blueprints at an intermediate level, analyzes project plans to determine construction requirements, and assigns duties accordingly. Operates water systems and performs maintenance tasks; cleans, maintains, and repairs main line sewers, manholes, and laterals; locates, repairs, and maintains water and sewer line breaks and leaks; repairs and installs various water and wastewater appurtenances. Performs utility line location marking, activates and terminates water meters, and assists with customer service requests. Performs meter testing and fire hydrant flushing. Conducts operational and safety checks of equipment before use. Excavates and backfills trenches using hand and power tools; repairs, installs, and maintains water lines, meters, and related facilities; cuts pipes, installs tapping valves, lays pipe, and installs valves, meters, and fire hydrants. Observes safe work methods, uses safety equipment, secures work sites from traffic hazards, and attends safety meetings. Checks job sites for potential hazards, including confined space concerns. Responds as a Shift Operator, depending on certifications achieved and duties assigned. Maintains and services a variety of test equipment, hand tools, and power tools. Installs, adjusts, and troubleshoots pressure regulating valves, meters, and chemical pumps (if applicable). Responds to questions and complaints from the public; carries out assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas with heavy public use. Responds to emergency call-outs and performs standby duties as required. Prepares and maintains records of work performed and materials used. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the company’s service by offering suggestions and participating as an active team member. Requirements Relevant technical tertiary qualification. 2-5 years of experience in water/wastewater collection systems operation, maintenance, and repair. Relevant certification and licenses as required by the South African water industry authorities. Knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in maintaining and repairing water and wastewater infrastructure systems. Understanding of safe work methods and safety regulations. Proficiency with computer software including SCADA and GIS mapping. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, both in person and over the phone. Applicants from Cape Town, Western Cape only will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
Be The First To Know
About the latest Plumbing Jobs in Cape Town !
1