Field Maintenance Technician

American Water • Woodridge, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Maintenance Technician performs field maintenance and customer-service work for water and sewer utility systems in Woodridge, Illinois. Duties include J.U.L.I.E. locates; b-box and valve inspections and maintenance; fire hydrant flushing and inspections; leak detection; and reading, testing, or installing water meters as needed. The technician works with utility crews and customers on water and sewer repairs, maintenance, installations, main breaks, sanitary sewer backups, and sewer jet flushing, and may perform any related job function as needed.

The position requires maintaining equipment in safe, proper operating condition and completing accurate, detailed, complete, and timely paperwork and investigations. Work may be performed independently or with a team to finish assigned projects on time. The technician operates heavy equipment, vehicles, and specialized utility tools. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to the job accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Class A CDL with an air brake endorsement, or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including working overtime when required.
• Knowledge of and ability to use basic computer/field laptops and programs.
• Ability to read, install, and test water meters.
• Ability to walk routes and use meter-reading equipment.
• Ability to effectively operate, adjust, and repair b-boxes, hydrants, and valve boxes.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of sewer repair, rehabilitation, replacement, and maintenance.
• Tanker endorsement license.

Responsibilities

• Perform J.U.L.I.E. locates.
• Inspect, maintain, and exercise b-boxes and valves.
• Perform fire hydrant flushing and inspections.
• Perform leak detection and read, test, or install water meters as needed.
• Perform customer service functions as needed.
• Work with utility crews and customers on water and sewer repairs, maintenance, and installations.
• Respond to and work on main breaks and sanitary sewer backups, and jet flush sewers.
• Perform other job-related functions as needed.
• Maintain equipment in proper and safe operating condition.
• Complete required paperwork and investigations accurately, completely, in detail, and on time.
• Work independently or with teams to complete assigned projects on time.
• Operate heavy equipment, vehicles, and utility equipment, including dump trucks, water pumps, jackhammers, sewer jet-cleaning and vacuum equipment, and TV equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health benefits package
• 401(k)
• Defined Contribution Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical coverage
• Prescription coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Health and wellness programs
• Learning opportunities and work experiences for professional growth
• Potential annual incentive pay and contracted increases under the collective bargaining agreement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED