Waterguard

Job ID:  3133
Location:  La Trinidad Hydro
Company:  Hedcor, Inc.
Department:  Operations
Employment Type:  Probationary
Work Arrangement:  On-Site
The Waterguard is responsible for ensuring that the dam, intakes, desander/ desilting basin, conveyance line, surge tank and penstock are well maintained and operating efficiently, and recommends/introduces improvement thereto to achieve optimum plant capability. 
Responsibilities
  • Keeps intakes or water sources free from silt/obstruction at all times. 
  • Ensures uninterrupted water supply to the conveyance line and penstock intakes.
  • Monitors and maintains water level to attain maximum water utilization.  
  • Coordinates with the plant operator on duty regarding water availability.
  • Conducts system inspection and reports to the Plant/Maintenance Engineer any abnormality or impending problem which may cause disruption of operation.
  • Monitors the system at all times especially during high flow and regulates the opening of flushing and blow-off gates at the dam and desander respectively.
  • Performs streamflow/gauging and records rainfall data and submits records to the Plant Engineer. 
  • Cleans and trims tall grasses along the system for convenient access during inspection and routine maintenance.
  • Maintains cleanliness at bunkhouse and at his work area.

During Rehabilitation Period

  • Assists maintenance personnel during annual rehabilitation activities. 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be at least Senior Highschool Graduate, preferably a holder of technical/vocational degree.
  • Preferably with experience in routine inspection and maintenance of various water intakes.
  • One (1) vacant position available in Benguet.