Hydrant Flow Test Technician
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The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by supplying clean drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP delivers more than 1.1 billion gallons per day of the highest quality drinking water to 8.5 million NYC residents and more than 1 million people in Upstate New York, and has a wastewater conveyance and treatment system capable of processing over 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day to protect the environment and the city's surrounding waterways.

New York City has approximately 140,000 catch basins, 114,000 hydrants, 90,000 valves, 14 gatehouses, 3 reservoirs, 68 groundwater wells, a 100 million gallon underground storage tank and 7,000 miles each of both sanitary sewers and water mains. The responsibility of maintaining these vast networks falls under the Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations (BWSO).

The Bureau of Water & Sewer Operations (BWSO), Division of Operations Analysis & Regulatory Compliance, Hydrant Flow Test Unit is seeking to hire an Engineering Technician II. The selected candidate for this position will perform various tasks under direct supervision that include, but are not limited to:

* Assisting in the performance of Hydrant Flow Tests, which include measuring static pressure, residual pressure, and pitot pressure.

* Performing mathematical calculations and assisting in estimating theoretical pressures and flows.

* Ensuring that all test measuring equipment is calibrated and functioning correctly before conducting any test.

* Applies the well-defined methods and principles outlined in the National Fire Protection Administration 291 manual to resolve technical issues encountered in the field.

* Recording all relevant test information such as date, location, time, flow rate, and pressure readings in computer-based inspection software.

* Evaluating pedestrian and vehicle traffic control needs and taking precautions to protect both the personnel operating the hydrant and the general public.

* Reading and interpreting complex water distribution maps, drawings, and test request specifications.

Hydrant Flow Tests are performed outdoors in all kinds of weather. The physical activities include opening and closing hydrants, taking and recording measurements on a computer tablet, carrying various tools and measuring equipment (approximately 15 lbs.), and driving a city vehicle. Hydrant Flow Tests are conducted during the day, and there may be instances where overtime work is necessary.

A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York is required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

For Assignment Levels I - II

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and two years of full-time satisfactory experience as an engineering technician; or

2. An Associate degree from an accredited college or technical institution with a specialization in engineering technology; or

3. A combination of education and experience which is equivalent to two years of satisfactory experience. To determine educational equivalency for experience, see Special Note below.

Special Note

One year of experience credit will be given for each 30 semester credits for college education leading to a degree from an accredited college in engineering technology. However, all candidates must have at least a high school diploma or its educational equivalent.

License Requirement For Certain Positions

For assignment to certain positions, the candidate must possess at the time of appointment or assignment a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Additional Qualification Requirements

For Assignment Levels III - IV

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels III and IV, individuals must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Levels I and II, either

1. At least one year of satisfactory service as an Engineering Technician with the City of New York; or

2. A Baccalaureate degree in engineering technology from an accredited college; or

3. After meeting the minimum requirements described for Assignment Level I, at least two additional years of full-time satisfactory experience performing engineering technician work; or

4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to

Additional Qualification Requirement 3 above and in Special Note above.

Preferred Skills

Understanding of hydraulic principles and familiarity with NFPA 291 guidelines.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.