Valve Exercise Technician

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H₂O Innovation is a leading company in water and wastewater treatment, specializing in innovative water technologies, services, specialty products, and contract operations. We are currently seeking a skilled Valve Exercise Technician to join our team in Gulfport, MS. The main responsibilities of the candidate will be to locate and exercise valves within the water system.

The Benefits

Overall remuneration including:

• A salary of $15.50 per hour.
• Group Insurance plans including medical, dental, vision & telemedicine.
• 401K plan with the employer’s contribution.
• Life Insurance.
• Health saving account.
• Paid vacation & sick days including 10+ holidays.

The Day-to-Day

• Locating/GPS'ing & exercising water valves with the system.
• Uploading GPS coordinates to the proper GIS system.
• Determine proper flow orientation of the water system.
• Maintaining and safeguarding equipment to keep it in operational condition.

The Skills We Are Looking For

• Valid Mississippi driver's license.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Knowledge of work hazards and safety precautions associated with the equipment.
• Ability to walk long distances outdoors daily and lift charges of over 40 lbs. 
• Ability to understand maps and engineering prints. 
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. 
• Ability to make decisions and follow company procedures. 

The successful candidate will have to pass through a background check which includes criminal background & motor vehicle report checks, as well as drug & alcohol screenings.