$31.83/hour Utility Person

American Water; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability and life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

American Water is offering a hands-on Utility Person role focused on operation and maintenance of our water distribution systems. You will regularly inspect, operate and repair mains, valves, hydrants, and pumping facilities while supporting customer service requests and field documentation.

The position is union-affiliated, with a starting pay rate of $31.83 per hour. A comprehensive benefits package is included, alongside opportunities for salary growth under the collective bargaining

Qualifications

• Mechanical ability to understand pumps, valves, motors and related equipment.
• Knowledge of water distribution/collection systems and operation practices.
• Must meet PA DOT Certification and have a valid PA driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water distribution infrastructure.
• Inspect and repair water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines and pumping facilities.
• Respond to customer service inquiries and service disruption issues.
• Record keeping, forms, sketches and field notes; maintain records and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Distribution systems knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Looking for a hands-on career with growth potential?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Utility Person to join our team and help deliver essential services to the communities we serve.

This position is a union position with Pennsylvania American Water and the starting pay rate is $31.83 per 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 receive 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!

Work Schedule: M-F 7:30am-4:00pm

American Water employees also receive learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally.

Primary Role

Performs a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of water distribution.

Key Accountabilities

• Inspects, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, installs and repairs water distribution including but not limited to a) water mains, valves, hydrants and service lines, and pumping facilities.
• Responds to customer service inquiries including service disruptions, service line problems and grinder pump malfunctions.
• Investigates complaints and determines corrective action per company procedure.
• Performs new service activity including tap installation and records keeping.
• Monitors (as needed), water distribution and Scada.
• Completes all necessary forms, sketches, and field notes and uses maps and records. Maintains all necessary records. Maintains tools and work equipment.
• Performs maintenance and light construction duties including repairs and/or improvements to physical shop, custodial duties, and related building and grounds activities.
• Performs facility mark-out pursuant to Pennsylvania One-Call.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge/Skills

Mechanical ability sufficient to understand the operation of pumps, valves, motors and other mechanical equipment related to operations and maintenance. Working knowledge of distribution/collection systems.

Experience/Education

GED/High School graduate or state recognized education equivalency certificate.

Cert/Licenses: PA DOT Certification required. Valid PA Driver's license.

Work is in environmental conditions including contact with changing weather conditions. Electrical hazard conditions. Exposure to inclement weather mostly of short duration.

Other

Position is subject to 24 hour call-out and overtime.