Utility Worker

Connecticut Water Service, Inc.•Saco, ME

18d•$24 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Worker, also referred to as a Field Services Representative, supports the safe and efficient operation of the public water system. The role involves installing, maintaining, repairing, relocating, retiring, testing, and operating the water distribution system and related structures. It also includes grounds operations, meter reading and customer service work, and maintenance of production and treatment facilities. The position performs a wide variety of field duties, including routine equipment and vehicle maintenance; work on water mains, hydrants, service lines, valves, fittings, and related appurtenances; meter installation and reading; facility groundskeeping; recording underground facility locations; taking measurements and surveys; inspecting and testing piping systems; and loading and unloading materials and supplies. The Utility Worker follows company safety requirements, applicable OSHA rules, and other relevant regulations, and helps train Field Service Representatives 1 in company systems and job skills. The role works with or under the supervision of a Foreman or Superintendent, but must also be able to complete assigned work independently and respond independently to emergency situations, including routine and most non-routine calls. The position may assist others with emergency response, perform other assigned duties, and obtain training contact hours needed to maintain the required Distribution License. The primary work location is 93 Industrial Park Road, Saco, Maine.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, with legible handwriting.
Demonstrate proper regard for the use of time and equipment.
Awareness of the responsibility to safeguard the water supply and prevent pollution of area surface water.
Ability to work successfully as part of a team and communicate effectively with the public.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and regulations.
Demonstrated computer skills.
Availability for reasonable overtime and emergency on-call duty when necessary.
Ability to work independently and respond independently to emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Commercial driver's license (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform work necessary to support the safe and efficient operation of the public water system.
Install, maintain, repair, relocate, retire, test, and operate water distribution systems and related structures.
Operate and routinely maintain company equipment and vehicles, including trucks, digging and trenching equipment, pavement and rock breakers, tampers, pumps, and compressors.
Install, maintain, and repair water mains, hydrants, service lines, valves, fittings, and related appurtenances.
Install water meters, read meters, and transfer meter readings to the office.
Perform groundskeeping at company facilities and over mains, services, and other areas.
Record underground facility locations and make measurements and surveys as required.
Perform and record piping system inspections and tests.
Load and unload equipment, materials, and supplies at work sites and storage areas.
Learn, follow, and help ensure compliance with company safety rules, the Company Safety Manual, OSHA regulations, and other applicable regulations.
Train Field Service Representatives 1 in company systems and job skills.
Respond independently to emergency situations, including routine and most non-routine calls, and assist others with emergency response when needed.
Obtain training contact hours as needed to maintain the required Distribution License.
Perform other duties as assigned.