Entry-Level Water & Wastewater Technician – On-Site

American States Water Company; Maryland; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Life, AD&D, LTD insurance

Job summary

American States Utility Services, Inc. operates and maintains water and wastewater systems on military installations across several states, including Maryland. The role involves hands-on repair, preventive maintenance, and monitoring via CMMS and SCADA systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, safety training, and the ability to obtain required certifications within set timeframes. CDL tanker endorsement and electrical schooling are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Formal electrical schooling/training preferred.
• Ability to obtain State required certifications within specified timelines.
• Ability to obtain CDL with tanker endorsement within 24 months.
• Must pass safety trainings and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Observes safety rules and procedures.
• Operates tools to repair and maintain water and wastewater systems.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Monitors pumps and related equipment for operability.
• Repairs equipment including HVAC units, generators, pumps, and more.
• Maintains and repairs backflow devices and valves.
• Identifies alarms via SCADA/Telemetry and responds as needed.
• Performs general housekeeping and supports field crews.
• Reports sanitary sewer overflows to management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

Reading plans/diagrams

Basic arithmetic

Communication

Recordkeeping

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical schooling/training preferred

State-specific certifications (as applicable)

Tools

CMMS work order system

SCADA/Telemetry

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

American States Utility Services, Inc. operates and maintains water and wastewater systems on military installations across several states, including Maryland. The role involves hands-on repair, preventive maintenance, and monitoring via CMMS and SCADA systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, safety training, and the ability to obtain required certifications within set timeframes. CDL tanker endorsement and electrical schooling are preferred.