Entry-Level Utility Technician: Water & Wastewater Training

Jimmy Jazz; Ypsilanti Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

457 deferred compensation

Retiree health care savings plan

Vacation, sick and personal time

14 paid holidays

Disability, life, and AD&D insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

YCUA is seeking a Utility Technician to perform entry-level utility work, maintain facilities and grounds, and support water and wastewater operations. The role includes custodial tasks, outdoor maintenance, and basic equipment handling on site.

Responsibilities include shadowing staff in wastewater, plant operations and maintenance, and ensuring logs and safety practices are followed. An H.S. diploma or GED and a valid Michigan driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License required.
• Passing score on the entry test is required.
• Ability to learn, understand and comply with the Authority’s safety policies.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of elementary principles of chemistry, biology, and/or hydraulics preferred.
• Mechanical ability necessary to analyze, monitor, and repair equipment.
• Ability to read and work from diagrams, maps, and other written instructions.
• Working knowledge of operating computers and software, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility grounds.
• Perform custodial tasks including cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, floors, fixtures, and windows.
• Maintain outside areas including snow/ice removal with tools and equipment.
• Shadow entry-level tasks in Wastewater/Site operations.
• Use skid steer to load dumpsters with landfill material.
• Deliver materials and equipment on and off YCUA property.
• Paint and perform minor maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Maintain logs, records and reports as required.
• Fulfill overtime requirements as needed.
• Complete required 360 Water Training curricula.

Skills

Safety policies compliance

Operate heavy equipment

Clear communication

Read diagrams/maps

Manual labor endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

YCUA is seeking a Utility Technician to perform entry-level utility work, maintain facilities and grounds, and support water and wastewater operations. The role includes custodial tasks, outdoor maintenance, and basic equipment handling on site.

Responsibilities include shadowing staff in wastewater, plant operations and maintenance, and ensuring logs and safety practices are followed. An H.S. diploma or GED and a valid Michigan driver’s license are required.