Field Maintenance Worker I- Construction

Capital Region Water•Harrisburg, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Region Water is hiring an entry-level Field Maintenance Worker I to perform semi-skilled work related to operating and maintaining force mains, diversion chambers, flood control chambers, stormwater overflow regulators, air relief chambers, and the interceptor and collection system. The position is based at the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Facility, with work performed at various locations throughout the Harrisburg collection and conveyance system and wastewater treatment facility. Work is performed under the general supervision of Field Maintenance Workers III and IV, the Field Services Supervisor, or other Division Management as required. The role requires working safely with mechanical equipment and hand and power tools, performing physical labor, and entering sewer systems, including confined spaces up to approximately 35 feet deep. Capital Region Water offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for training and career development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license.
Basic mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of automatic flow regulation, sampling, and flow recording equipment.
Ability to operate and assist with mechanical and maintenance equipment under general supervision.
Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools safely.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Basic understanding of wastewater collection and conveyance systems, or ability to learn.
Basic ability to interpret technical manuals, drawings, specifications, blueprints, and layouts related to the sewer collection system.
Basic understanding of carpentry.
Ability to recognize hazards and respond appropriately to alarms and dangerous situations.
Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, climbing, working in confined spaces, and prolonged standing or walking.
Ability to maintain accurate records manually and with basic computer software.
A combination of skills, education, and experience that provides an equivalent background and demonstrated ability to perform the duties and achieve certification as a wastewater collection system operator, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Perform semi-skilled operation and maintenance work on force mains, diversion chambers, flood control chambers, stormwater overflow regulators, air relief chambers, and interceptor and collection systems.
Operate and assist with mechanical and maintenance equipment, including pumps, blowers, generators, sewer flushing and rodding equipment, jackhammers, and vacuum trucks.
Perform maintenance and repair work on sewer collection and conveyance system components.
Use hand and power tools safely to complete assignments.
Enter sewer systems and confined spaces to perform work.
Lift and remove manhole covers using appropriate tools and assistance.
Set up traffic control devices and act as a flagger.
Maintain a safe work environment, recognize hazards, and respond appropriately to alarms and dangerous situations.
Complete assignments efficiently, safely, and in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate records manually and using basic computer software.