Distribution Technician

About the role

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking a Distribution Technician to join their team. This role is under the direction of the Supervisor and is responsible for performing all tasks related to the installation, maintenance, repair, relocation, testing, and operation of the water distribution system and related structures, grounds, and appurtenances.

Responsibilities

• Operation and routine maintenance of all equipment and vehicles including trucks; pumps; pavement and rock breakers; tampers; compressors; tapping and rodding machines; boring and pushing equipment; and such other equipment as the Company may have or acquire.
• Installation, maintenance and repair of pipe and service lines and related valves, fittings and appurtenances.
• Installation of meters, meter housings, and the repair and maintenance of meter housings with such help as the task at hand requires.
• Grounds keeping over mains, services and other areas.
• Makes measurements and surveys as required for proper record keeping.
• Performs and recording inspections and tests of system and appurtenances.
• Load and unload various equipment and supplies at work site or storage areas.
• Perform duties in a safe manner following OSHA, IDOL, USDOT, Company and any other applicable safety related rules and regulations.
• Be available for reasonable overtime work and be available for emergency call-out duty when necessary to provide service to the public.
• Other duties as assigned to provide to customers and/or forward the goals and objectives of the organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Legible handwriting, basic mathematical and communication skills.
• Trustworthy, conscientious, and have the proper regard for the use of time and equipment, and an awareness of the responsibility to safeguard the water supply and prevent pollution of area surface water.
• Personality that allows full cooperation, communication with and assistance to other employees and the public.
• The capacity and desire for advancement.
• A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment.

Licensing Requirements

• Candidate must possess a valid U.S. driver's license. Class A CDL license.
• Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Class “D” Water Operators Certification preferred upon hire, must obtain within one (1) year of the date of hire for new employees or within 6 months of transference into this position for current employees to remain in the employ of Aqua Illinois.
• Have the technical, academic and physical ability including lifting 50lbs. to perform the duties of this classification.

Working Conditions

• Travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents (if applicable).
• Reside within 45 minutes of the office.

Pay and Schedule

Rate of pay is $28.92 per hour.