Apprentice Utility Technician

Essential Utilities, Inc.•Ashtabula, OH

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Aqua Ohio has an opportunity for an Apprentice – Utility Technician that will provide an overview of the exciting opportunities in the water and wastewater industry. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to see how Aqua supports communities and provides resiliency and sustainability. Successful completion of this 6-month apprenticeship program will result in a full-time position as a Utility Technician at one of our Aqua locations in Ohio.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or the GED equivalent.
Must be proficient at using computer/tablet Window based applications.

Responsibilities

Learn to operate and maintain water distribution and sewer collection system facilities, including but not limited to water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines, sanitary sewer manholes etc. Utilize company technology to ensure assigned work is captured within work order management applications.
Learn daily work complies with OEPA and PUCO regulatory requirements for operations. Ensures that daily work complies with established company safety policies and procedures.
Learn how to operate and perform maintenance on equipment used in the maintenance of the water and/or waste water system.
Learn how to read and interpret maps, drawings and schematics including GIS data.
Learn how to locate and mark mains, services and other facilities for construction work.
Learn how to performs customer service, meter reading and treatment plant operations work as assigned.
Satisfactorily meets internal and external customer requirements through effective communication and initiative. Proficient in communicating via email and text.
All other duties as assigned.