Utility Worker in Training, I, II, or III

EPCOR • El Mirage, AZ

35d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Full Time Permanent Utility Worker in Training, I, II, or III, performing skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution systems. This position reports to our AFOC office in El Mirage, AZ.

Requirements

• Candidate must have thorough understanding of water distribution, and wastewater collection systems.
• Must have knowledge of use of tools and equipment used in the water and wastewater field
• Computer literacy and proficiency required for completing service orders in customer information system.
• Ability to complete reports legibly and accurately on paper and with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, service orders, and maintenance manuals.
• Ability to code time card with up to 50 separate account codes.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and regulations.
• Ability to work independently when given written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform standardized water quality tests; ability to operate motor vehicles such as dump trucks, backhoes, valve exerciser, mini-vac unit, and similar equipment.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with internal and external customers.
• This position is subject to call back, overtime and week-end/holiday emergency call-outs and call duty.
• Position has the potential for exposure to dust, pollen, chemicals, water and sewage.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme heat.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license with good driving record
• CDL must be obtained within first year of employment
• Utility Worker I must have: Minimum of one (1) year of qualifying work experience in water distribution field. ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certification required. CDL required.
• Utility Worker III must have: Minimum of two (2) years of qualifying work experience in water distribution field. ADEQ Grade 2 Water Distribution certification required. CDL required.
• Utility Worker III must have: Minimum of three (3) years of qualifying work experience in water distribution field. ADEQ Grade 3 Water Distribution certification required. CDL required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain fire hydrants, main line valves, water service lines, water mains, water meters and fittings, installation of new water services, water system flushing, water quality sampling, flow testing, traffic control, and preventative maintenance activities e.g. valve exercising and fire hydrant inspections.
• Provide assistance to Field Customer Service Representative, meter reading, Line Locator and collections systems when needed to backfill due to absences.
• Performs other work as required.

Benefits

• a competitive salary
• an incentive award program
• an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage
• retirement plan with substantial company contribution
• generous time-off schedules
• training opportunities
• tuition reimbursement
• certification support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees