Utility Worker

Veolia•Midway, TN

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Worker is responsible for performing a variety of routine cleaning, maintenance and repair to tanks, drains, culverts, grounds, buildings, and associated structures. This role involves maintaining, repairing, and operating underground pipes, manholes, and lift stations that safely carry wastewater to treatment facilities. The position also includes maintaining treatment plant and lift station areas, flushing and clearing sewer mains, inspecting and repairing manholes and catch basins, and maintaining sewage lift stations, pumps, and related electrical or mechanical components. Daily work tasks are logged, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) are updated, and system maps are read. Strict safety rules are followed, and permits are completed when entering manholes and underground vaults. The role requires responding to after-hours callouts, sewer backups, and system failures, sometimes assisting with traffic control at work sites.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED is required.
Must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing (operational, process, safety and quality Instructions).
Ability to perform basic math.
Must possess a solid understanding of electrical systems and the ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve issues.

Nice To Haves

At least six months experience in a related position and environment preferred.
Experience with a variety of machinery, vehicles, material handling equipment, hand and power tools preferred.
Must have a strong electrical background working with pumps and motors.
Must have the ability to quickly learn how to safely operate specialized machinery for care of roads, grounds, galleries, structures and facilities.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.

Responsibilities

Maintains, repairs, and operates the underground pipes, manholes, and lift stations that safely carry wastewater to treatment facilities.
Maintains treatment plant and lift station areas to include mowing and weed eating.
Flushes and clears sewer mains using high-pressure water jet trucks and mechanical rodders to prevent blockages and sanitary sewer overflows.
Removes roots, grease, grit, and other obstructions from gravity and force mains.
Inspects, repairs, and builds manholes, cleanouts, and catch basins.
Excavates damaged areas to repair or replace broken sewer mains, laterals, and pipe joints.
Maintains and assists with the repair of sewage lift stations, pumps, and related electrical or mechanical components.
Logs daily work tasks, updates computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and reads system maps.
Follows strict safety rules and completes permits when entering manholes and underground vaults.
Responds to after-hours callouts, sewer backups, and system failures, sometimes assisting with traffic control at work sites.