Utility Worker In Training, I, II, III

Epcor•Anthem, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EPCOR is seeking a full-time, permanent Utility Worker in Training, I, II, or III to join its Utility Department in Arizona’s Eastern Division, based out of the Anthem office. This role is crucial for maintaining essential services and involves working across multiple locations including Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Anthem, Fountain Hills, Tubac, and the Colorado River District.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Arizona driver’s license with a good driving record.
Basic computer literacy; ability to complete service orders and reports accurately using Microsoft Word, Excel, and customer information systems.
Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including related tools, equipment, and safety procedures.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, service orders, maintenance manuals, meters, and charts.
Strong physical capability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting up to 70 lbs., working in confined spaces, and tolerating extreme weather conditions.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and utility equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, valve exercisers, and mini-vactor units.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with internal and external customers.
Flexibility to work independently and respond to callouts, overtime, weekends, and holiday emergencies.
Familiarity with drinking water rules and regulations; ability to perform standardized water quality tests.
Utility Worker-in-Training: Must obtain Class A CDL License with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements within 1 year of hire date.
Utility Worker-in-Training: Must be able to obtain Grade 1 ADEQ certifications in Water Distribution within 6 months of hire date.
Utility Worker I: Class A CDL License with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements.
Utility Worker I: One (1) year of qualifying work experience in water distribution.
Utility Worker I: ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certification.
Utility Worker II: Class A CDL License with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements.
Utility Worker II: Two (2) years of qualifying work experience in water distribution.
Utility Worker II: ADEQ Grade 2 Water Distribution certification.
Utility Worker III: Class A CDL License with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements.
Utility Worker III: Four (4) years of qualifying work experience in water distribution.
Utility Worker III: ADEQ Grade 3 Water Distribution certification.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain fire hydrants, main line valves, water service lines, water mains, water meters and fittings.
Install new water services, conduct water system flushing, water quality sampling, flow testing, and traffic control.
Perform preventative maintenance activities, e.g., valve exercising and fire hydrant inspections.
Install, maintain, and repair wastewater collection systems including sewer laterals, mains, taps, main cleaning and clearing blockages, roach control, and raises/lowers/repairs of manholes.
Provide assistance to Field Service Representative, meter reading, and line locating when needed to backfill due to absences.
Perform other work as required.