Utility Worker

Overview

Join to apply for the Utility Worker I role at Aqua. Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states and operates the Aqua (water and wastewater services) brands along with Peoples and Delta (natural gas). We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and career growth opportunities. This opportunity is for a Utility Worker at our Roaring Creek/Shamokin location.

The Utility Worker I will report directly to the Field Supervisor and will be responsible for repairing main breaks and service leaks, installation of new services, and repairing/replacing valves and fire hydrants. Duties also include performing water main mark outs in accordance with the PA One Call regulations. The Utility Worker I will also be responsible for performing monthly leak detection on Aqua facilities using company leak detection equipment.

All work and time will be documented through the company’s work order system using a wireless handheld device.

• Operates and maintains water distribution system facilities, such as water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines, etc., and uses company technology to ensure work is captured in work order management applications.
• Ensures daily work complies with EPA and PUC regulatory requirements and with company safety policies and procedures.
• Operates and performs maintenance on all equipment and vehicles used in maintaining the water system.
• Reads and interprets maps, drawings, and schematics, including GIS data.
• Performs field service representative and meter reading work as assigned.
• Meets internal and external customer requirements through effective communication and initiative; proficient in communicating via email and text.
• May involve operating a backhoe, excavator, dump truck, and other company vehicles.
• Uses tools such as hand tools, power tools, pavement saws, pipe saws, compressors, generators, jackhammers, and compacting equipment.
• Responds to after-hours calls for emergency and non-emergency situations as required; available for scheduled overtime.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) must be attained within 90 days of hire.

• Construction or mechanical background preferred.
• Candidate must be able to pass the DOT Medical exam as required as part of hiring process.
• Ability to lift 100 lbs.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office applications, and web-based systems.
• Must pass PA Waterworks Distribution E licensing exam within 36 months of hire date.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within 120 days from date of hire.

Rate of pay: $27.19 per hour. All employees hired into the bargaining unit on or after May 24, 2017 will have a wage adjustment schedule as described in the wage policy. Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. EEO is provided to all employees and applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Aqua provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please call .

Aqua is committed to protecting natural resources and community stewardship, including protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and habitats within our footprint.

To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to hiring and assignment of these individuals, including but not limited to:

• Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship.
• Family members cannot work in the same department.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Administrative

Industries:
Utilities

Equal opportunity notice:
Aqua is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. If you have questions about accommodations, contact the provided HR point of contact.