Utility Worker I
About The Position
Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking a Utility Worker I for their Roaring Creek/Shamokin location. This role reports directly to the Field Supervisor and is responsible for various tasks related to the water distribution system. The Utility Worker I will be involved in repairing main breaks and service leaks, installing new services, and repairing/replacing valves and fire hydrants. Duties also include performing water main mark outs in accordance with PA One Call regulations and conducting monthly leak detection on Aqua facilities using company equipment. All work and time will be documented through the company’s work order system using a wireless handheld device. Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services and is committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status, including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package and career growth opportunities. They are also dedicated stewards of natural lands.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license
- Must be able to pass the DOT Medical exam as required as part of hiring process.
- Ability to lift 100lbs.
- Proficiency with computers, Microsoft office applications as well as web-based systems.
Nice To Haves
- Construction or mechanical background preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operates and maintains water distribution system facilities, such as water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines, etc.
- Utilizes company technology to ensure assigned work is captured within work order management applications.
- Ensures daily work complies with EPA and PUC regulatory requirements for operations.
- Ensures that daily work complies with established company safety policies and procedures.
- Operates and performs maintenance on all equipment and vehicles used in the maintenance of the water system.
- Reads and interprets maps, drawings, and schematics to include GIS data.
- Performs field service representative and meter reading work as assigned.
- Satisfactorily meets internal and external customer requirements through effective communication and initiative.
- Proficient in communicating via email and text.
- Responds to after hour calls for emergency and non-emergency situations as required.
- Available for scheduled overtime.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
- Commitment to career growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
