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Water and Wastewater Construction Technician I - 19487
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*Ada, OK | Environmental Health | Full Time*
_Posted yesterday | | Apply before June 10, 2025_
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We are currently looking for a Full Time Water and Wastewater Construction Technician I to join our OEH Construction Unit 2 team located at the Office of Environmental Health.
*Summary:*
Provides general labor in accomplishing construction tasks as related to the installation of sanitation facilities for projects managed by Office of Environmental Health (OEH).
*Responsibilities:*
* Installs water well pumps
* Mixes and pours concrete and performs light construction
* Install pumps and well wiring below ground
* Installs on-site wastewater treatment systems
* Performs dirt work using hand tools and powered equipment
* Set "perc" test and read soil test
* Assists in installation of septic tanks
* Hauls rock and pipe for septic tanks, lagoons and aerobic systems
* Assists with installing water service lines
* Loads and unloads materials needed on site such as pipe, sand/gravel and lumber
* Maintains inventory of materials and supplies, equipment and tools
* Routinely cleans and maintains warehouse and equipment yard areas
* Ensures equipment loading, trailering, and light maintenance of heavy equipment such as backhoes, dozer and trenchers
* Provides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types
* Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner
* Greets and engages with a smile
* Determines needs, seeks positive experience and outcomes
* Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
* Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
* Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment
* Maintains and promotes professionalism
* Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
* Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
* Maintains knowledge of and follows all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc.
* Performs all other duties as assigned
*Competencies:*
Essential:
* Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
* Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
* Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
* Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
* Knowledge of industry best practices
* Knowledge of reading and use of a map
* Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management
*Skills:*
Essential:
* Basic Computer skills
* Operate light and heavy equipment
* Must be familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite of products
*Experience:*
Essential:
* No prior experience required
*Education:*
Essential:
* High School, GED or Equivalent
*Credentials:*
Essential:
* Standard Driver's License
* Pass general background check
Nonessential:
* Class D Wastewater Works Operator Certification
* Certified Installer Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems
* Drilling/Pump Installer License
*Working Conditions:*
Essential:
* Outside, all weather conditions
* Standing up to 100% of shift
* Walking up to 50% of shift
* Sometimes lift and or carry up to 100 lbs
* Sometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach
* Hearing protection
* Eye wear
* Heavy construction equipment
* Hand tools
* Subject to traveling and working at other locations or in other environments
* Pass pre-employment drug test
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Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Shift work,