Utility Worker

Position: Utility Worker I
Description

Alliance Water Resources is a growing water and wastewater contract operations company looking for a full time Utility Worker I position in the Cape Girardeau, MO area.

The Utility Worker I position works under general supervision, performing a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled manual work involving the maintenance and repair relating to water and/or wastewater facilities and equipment, streets, parks and/or other public works functions.

Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm with an On-Call Rotation

Essential Functions:

• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems. Conducts periodic rounds of assigned facilities to monitor plant operations, evaluate equipment performance, investigate equipment problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action as directed.
• Performs a variety of maintenance and repair work on water and/or wastewater plant equipment such as pumps, meters, lab equipment, lift stations, sewer lines, manholes and/or water wells, water mains, valves, hydrants, boosters, other service lines, streets and/or parks; assists in repair of vehicles and/or other public works facilities and equipment.
• Assists or performs preventive maintenance and repair on assigned water, wastewater, streets and/or grounds maintenance related equipment including mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure proper and safe operations.
• Performs preventive cleaning of collection systems using jetters, cables and rod machines; provides maintenance and repair on blocked systems.
• Installs new and repaired equipment as directed; performs inspections of equipment according to directions.
• Follows safety rules set by company, state and federal regulations which may include participating in safety meetings, inspecting equipment, assisting and/or advising co-workers of possible safety hazards. Assists in location of water and sewer mains and manholes.
• Assists in the installation of water line services. Assists in the inspection of new installations of water and sewer lines and appurtenances, new water and wastewater facilities, streets and/or grounds maintenance facilities.
• Cleans and maintains facilities, equipment, and tools, and performs grounds work such as yard repairs, mowing, trimming, and painting as directed. Maintains records of corrective and preventive maintenance according to set procedures.
• Completes assigned paperwork including work orders and the recording of test results according to set procedures.
• Assists in ordering supplies and equipment as directed or required; maintains inventory according to procedures.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's license and ability to maintain good standing.
• The ability to obtain a CDL certification is required.
• Water and/or wastewater Certification strongly desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Mechanically inclined
• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions related to water and wastewater operations.
• Ability to use and maintain tools, equipment and computers associated with water and wastewater operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, clients, vendors, and the general public.
• A person working in this job will need, on a daily basis, to:
  • Perform heavy labor, including walking long distances, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and digging.
  • Have the ability to work in confined spaces and wear appropriate safety equipment.
  • Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, manipulate small to large hand tools and move equipment, controls and parts weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Visually assess construction, maintenance, and repair needs.
  • Climb and work from ladders and stairs
  • Perform outside work in extreme weather conditions.
  • Work and be exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, and/or potentially hazardous chemicals.