Seasonal Laborer

Essential Utilities, Inc. • Lower Merion Township, PA

3d • $16

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. Are you looking for a Seasonal Opportunity at Aqua PA, a subsidiary of Essential Utilities? We are currently hiring for a full time seasonal laborer available from May through August. In this role, the primary responsibilities are cleaning and painting fire hydrants throughout an assigned territory. Additional responsibilities may also include grounds keeping, facility maintenance, assisting with cleanup and custodial needs. This position must be able to interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Familiarity with computers and work systems such as Microsoft office suite
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely, and professionally) with customers and internal staff.
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedules
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time, weather permitting
• Must always follow directions and implement safety procedures
• A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and painting fire hydrants throughout an assigned territory.
• Routine facility maintenance including grounds keeping and custodial needs as assigned.
• Loads and unloads various equipment, chemicals and supplies at worksites and storage areas.
• Updates and maintains documentation of work activities (data entry), including closing work orders as needed in the operating system.
• Adheres to all safety and security operating policies, procedures, practices, and standards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed