Seasonal Laborer

About the role

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking candidates for a seasonal opportunity available from May through August, with the possibility of applying for full-time positions following the seasonal employment period. Work schedules are up to 40 hours per week. In this role, the primary responsibilities are leading an environmental sampling effort by traveling, reviewing system plans, updating if necessary and ensuring approval by VDH, identifying sites for voluntary requests to collect samples and delivering sample kits to customers and working with Aqua's compliance and sampling team.

Essential Duties

• Groundskeeping and Housekeeping (sweeping, mowing, organizing, doing inventory, cleaning, painting pipes, etc.)
• Updates and maintains documentation of work activities (data entry), including closing work orders as needed in the operating system
• Adheres to all safety and security operating policies, procedures, practices, and standards to ensure a safe working environment
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid driver's license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with computers and work systems such as Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely, and professionally) with customers and internal staff
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedules
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time, weather permitting
• Must always follow directions and implement safety procedures
• A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, and mists
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Working conditions include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour