Technician, Equip Install Operator

Description

Position Summary

The Equipment Operator is a valuable member of the Projects Division. The basic function of this role is to provide equipment operator support for installation services according to local building codes and plans developed by the local health departments. Installs septic systems and provides related services to customers in their homes and businesses and sells accessory services and products and service agreements.    

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates excavator to dig trenches for installation of septic tanks and drain lines for sewage disposal system and sewer connections. Reads blueprints to determine location of septic tank and drainpipes.
• Operates excavator and/or skid steer to dig and refill trenches for septic tank and tile drainpipes and to transfer crushed rock or gravel to provide drainage base for pipes.
• Lowers septic tank into excavation, using excavator as hoist.
• Directs workers engaged in spreading crushed rock and gravel, in laying tile drainpipe, and in connecting drainpipes to branch sewers.
• May verify levels of rock or gravel, base, and tile drainpipe, using surveyor's or carpenter's level.

Work Environment

You are regularly exposed outside weather conditions, non-hazardous fumes and noise. Must be comfortable working independently. Interaction with customer.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to work with inspectors, suppliers and associate technicians to get the job done correctly and in the best interest of our customers, while abiding by all codes.  
• Must be able to draw simple septic diagrams and be able to read them.
• Ability to understand instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  
• Ability to read and interpret documents including Company policies and procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and road signs.
• Ability to speak, cooperate and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and management.
• Ability to work independently and manage pressure to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer literacy including email and internet skills.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.

Requirements

 Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent is required

Wind River Environmental services and maintains a broad array of non-hazardous liquid waste systems, including grease traps, septic tanks and related waste systems. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA we offer a full suite of services to business, residential and municipal customers throughout the East Coast. Wind River Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.