Distribution Operator

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate company backhoe to install, repair, and replace water lines, meters, valves and hydrants.
• Maintain shop inventory, operate machinery, complete daily work orders.
• Perform general landscaping/maintenance tasks within the plant sites, office and distribution system.
• Load and unload materials and equipment; assist in delivery, storage and transfer of chemicals.
• Operate various hand and power tools and test instruments.
• Learn and apply all safety rules and regulations.
• Perform routine operational duties and learn to perform more complex or critical assignments.
• Respond to and perform emergency repairs at irregular hours.

Minimum Training And Experience Required To Perform Essential Functions

• General knowledge of the use of equipment used in water distribution or treatment processes, such as pumps, motors, valves, meters, generators and compressors.
• Ability to recognize and use tools and equipment necessary to perform limited repairs to equipment.
• Knowledge of the safe and proper operation of various types of hand and power tools, pick-up trucks, tractors and similar vehicles.

Other Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license in good standing.

Employment Benefits

• Health Insurance: Eligible for Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, and HSA ($500/$1000 Employer Contribution).
• Retail Plans: Eligible for the Hope Utilities 401(k) plan with a 4% company contribution and company match up to 4% of eligible compensation.
• Income Protection: Company-paid Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Sickness Benefit, Long-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness and AD&D.