Utility Worker in Training, I, II, or III

Epcor•Anthem, AZ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

EPCOR is hiring a full-time, permanent Utility Worker in Training, I, II, or III for its Utility Department in Arizona’s Eastern Division, based out of the Anthem office. The role supports essential utility services across Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Anthem, Fountain Hills, Tubac, and the Colorado River District. The Utility Worker repairs and maintains water distribution infrastructure and wastewater collection systems; installs new water services; performs flushing, water quality sampling, flow testing, traffic control, and preventative maintenance; and may assist with meter reading, line locating, and field service work when needed. The role involves heavy manual labor, use of utility vehicles and equipment, and work in confined spaces and extreme weather. The position may require independent work and response to callouts, overtime, weekend work, and holiday emergencies. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and legally entitled to work in the United States. Background checks, reference checks, assessments, and, where required, pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be part of the selection process. A technical or practical assessment may also be administered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Arizona driver’s license and good driving record.
Basic computer literacy and ability to complete service orders and reports accurately using Microsoft Word, Excel, and customer information systems.
Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, related tools and equipment, and safety procedures.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, service orders, maintenance manuals, meters, and charts.
Physical capability to perform heavy manual labor, lift up to 70 pounds, work in confined spaces, and tolerate 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 and ability to perform standardized water quality tests.
All levels require a Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements, with timing varying by level.
Utility Worker-in-Training: obtain a Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements within one year of hire and obtain an ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certification within six months of hire.
Utility Worker I: one year of qualifying water distribution work experience and ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certification.
Utility Worker II: two years of qualifying water distribution work experience and ADEQ Grade 2 Water Distribution certification.
Utility Worker III: four years of qualifying water distribution work experience and ADEQ Grade 3 Water Distribution certification.
At least 18 years old and legally entitled to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain fire hydrants, main line valves, water service lines, water mains, water meters, and fittings.
Install new water services and conduct water system flushing, water quality sampling, flow testing, and traffic control.
Perform preventative maintenance, including valve exercising and fire hydrant inspections.
Install, maintain, and repair wastewater collection systems, including sewer laterals, mains, taps, and manholes; clean mains, clear blockages, and perform roach control.
Assist Field Service Representatives with meter reading and line locating when needed to cover absences.
Perform other work as required.