3/17/25 Utility Worker

Maine Water Utilities Association; Augusta (ME); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a public utility focused on public health and environmental improvement. This role offers the chance to operate heavy equipment while ensuring the maintenance of vital water, stormwater, and wastewater systems. With competitive pay, generous benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance, you will contribute to a mission that makes a positive impact on the community. Enjoy the outdoors while receiving support for your professional growth, including opportunities for overtime and obtaining necessary licenses. If you're ready to make a difference and work in a collaborative environment, this position is for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay

85% health insurance coverage

100% dental insurance

Paid holidays

Generous personal leave

Opportunities for overtime

Paid training for licenses

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class B commercial driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate various heavy equipment for maintenance of water systems.
• Work as part of a skilled team to ensure system functionality.

Skills

Driving heavy equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certification

Tools

Dump truck

Front end loader

Backhoe

Vacuum truck

Job description

Job Posted March 17, 2025

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What’s in it for me?

• We pay weekly. You will earn $23.68 per hour base pay.
• You will be home every night.
• We observe Maine state holidays which means 13 paid days off – without using your own paid leave! This is complemented by generous personal leave time.
• You’ll be making the world a better place. The work we do protects public health and improves the environment.
• You’ll have good opportunities for overtime and advancement including getting paid to obtain water and wastewater licenses.
• We pay for 85% of your health insurance (including your family! Or we’ll pay you a generous opt-out if you are covered by a comparable plan by your spouse’s employer). We pay 100% of your dental insurance. And we provide great retirement savings.
• You’ll get lots of fresh air.

What will I do in this job?

• You’ll drive a dump truck, a front end loader, a backhoe, vacuum truck, and other equipment. You’ll be part of a skilled team that works together to maintain our water, stormwater and wastewater systems.

What qualifications do I need?

• Class B commercial drivers license
• High school diploma or high school equivalency certification

Sounds good, how can I apply?

https://www.greateraugustautilitydistrict.org/apply-online-today or send a resume to [e-mail]

Who we are

GAUD is a public utility focused on public health and environmental improvement.

Where can I learn more about GAUD?

• Utility Worker Job Description
• https://www.greateraugustautilitydistrict.org
• Facebook
• Instagram

To apply, please click on the link on the GAUD Careers page or hit the QR code on the right. You may submit a resume or application to Human Resources, 12 Williams Street, Augusta, ME 04330 or email it to [e-mail].

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.