Utility Worker

About the role

The Utility Worker position at American Water exists to perform a variety of tasks to ensure efficient and reliable operation, maintenance, protection, and appearance of all pipelines; services hydrants, valves, and other appurtenances.

Responsibilities

• Perform all functions of the position in a safe and conscientious manner, with constant regard for the safety of fellow employees and the general public.
• Erect barricades and place safety lights around work sites to protect workers from street traffic; may flag traffic as required.
• Ensure sites are secure before leaving.
• Interpret system maps and field locate water company assets, remove and install water meters.
• Inspect, disassemble, and repair damaged or malfunctioning control devices of water distribution systems, using hand and/or power tools.
• Break up pavement, using air hammer or other tools; manually dig ditches in preparation of laying or removing pipe or service lines; maneuver pipe sections, valves, and fittings into position.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver equipment and materials of varying weights up to 100 lbs.
• Backfill excavations using compaction equipment on dirt, crusted stone, and cold-mix; may operate small backhoe.
• Read meters and ensure readings are properly recorded.
• Inspect meters, valves, hydrants, and pipes to detect leaks or malfunctioning.
• Tighten pipe connections to prevent leaks using wrenches and other hand tools as required.
• Use technology to prepare requisitions and/or reports to appropriately maintain service records.
• May be assigned to perform responsibilities either individually or in conjunction with other employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have basic geographical knowledge of company's service area and be adaptable to variations in topography and weather conditions.
• Working knowledge of company policies, procedures, and safety practices as well as regulations regarding confined spaces.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess the ability to operate company equipment and vehicles necessary for completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Must possess 5 years of experience as a Utility Worker.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and maneuver equipment and materials of varying weights up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to read and interpret system maps and field locate water company assets.
• Must be able to inspect, disassemble, and repair damaged or malfunctioning control devices of water distribution systems.
• Must be able to break up pavement, manually dig ditches, and maneuver pipe sections, valves, and fittings into position.
• Must be able to read and record meter readings accurately.
• Must be able to inspect and tighten pipe connections to prevent leaks.
• Must be able to use technology to prepare requisitions and/or reports.

Skills

• Basic geographical knowledge of company's service area.
• Adaptability to variations in topography and weather conditions.
• Working knowledge of company policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Ability to operate company equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to read and interpret system maps and field locate water company assets.
• Ability to inspect, disassemble, and repair damaged or malfunctioning control devices of water distribution systems.
• Ability to break up pavement, manually dig ditches, and maneuver pipe sections, valves, and fittings into position.
• Ability to read and record meter readings accurately.
• Ability to inspect and tighten pipe connections to prevent leaks.
• Ability to use technology to prepare requisitions and/or reports.

Benefits

American Water offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

Pay

The position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth.

Schedule

The typical outdoor work environment is typical for this position.