Field Inspector - Third Class

Essential Utilities, Inc.•Upper Moreland Township, PA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within our eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front lines working with customers, to scientists and engineers who help ensure we’re delivering reliable water and wastewater services to our communities. If you’re looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you to join our team! About Essential Utilities Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license.
Must have math skills pertaining to Construction Department functions.
Must be able to read and interpret construction drawings and Company construction standards
Must have drafting skills.
Must be capable of lifting 100 pounds.
Knowledge of pipe and box (curb & valve) locators and ability to operate both.
Must be able to use a computer and all associated Aqua programs including AIMS, E-Mail, GIS, tablet, etc.

Responsibilities

Must be familiar with Company territory.
Must be available for overtime.
Must be able to transfer field notes to finished plan and complete material inventory and contractor installations to properly close job.
Be physically capable of performing all department functions such as making large and small taps, loading and unloading materials, operate valves, etc.
Must have ability to process all department forms such as tap slips, material orders, time sheets, etc.
Must be capable of coordinating and planning daily work duties with contract construction crews to ensure efficient work schedules, safety and quality control.
Capable of professional communication with customers, vendors and municipal representatives.
Communicate project status and job progression to the department supervisors on a daily basis or as needed.
Perform all department tasks or functions as directed by your supervisor.