Truck Driver​/Utility Worker

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American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations.

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Job Title:

Truck Driver/Utility Worker - $28.43/hr

Posting

Start Date:

9/10/26

Job Description:

Posted Range: $28.43/hour

This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

The Truck Driver/Utility Worker performs a variety of tasks to assist in the efficient and reliable operation, maintenance, protection, and appearance of all pipelines, services, hydrants, valves, and other appurtenances within the distribution system. The role is primarily that of a Utility Worker.

The shift for this position is Monday through Friday 7a-3:30p.

• Constantly performs work assigned by supervisor; collects, compiles, and records work data.
• Constantly breaks up pavement, using pavement breakers, pry bars, shovels, picks, and other hand tools to dig excavations preparatory to removing and/or repairing pipes.
• Frequently backfills, tamps, and installs temporary paving, using assorted hand tools and tamping machine.
• Frequently ensures jobsite is secure prior to leaving.
• Frequently determines appropriate material, pipe sections, valves, and fittings needed to perform assigned work.
• Frequently performs cutting, threading, brazing, soldering, and connecting or adjoining pipe and fittings, as required.
• Frequently performs taps, as required. Occasionally drives company vehicles including backhoe, as required.
• Occasionally installs or removes shoring systems, as required. Constantly follows established safety guidelines and procedures.
• Occasionally performs duties of Laborer, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School graduate or State-recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate.
• Specific vocational preparation includes an occupationally-significant combination of…