Field & Maintenance Water Distribution Tech III

ARIZONA WATER COMPANY; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ARIZONA WATER COMPANY in Buckeye, AZ is seeking a Utility Worker III under supervision to perform field duties, operate the water distribution system, install service lines and meters, and record changes on maps and reports. You will read meters, prepare written reports, and assist with after-hours emergencies.

The role requires a high school diploma with vocational training, two years of maintenance experience, heavy equipment operation, and ADEQ Grade 1 and Grade 2 water distribution

Qualifications

• High school graduate with vocational training in pipefitting, electrical, or internal combustion engine crafts.
• Two years' experience in pipefitting or general maintenance mechanic with some pipefitting.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and welding experience.
• Understanding of water production and distribution methods and systems.
• Mechanical aptitude: use of hand tools and basic mathematics.

Responsibilities

• General operation and maintenance of the water distribution system, installation of mains, services, hydrants, and fittings.
• Record changes on maps and records and prepare related documentation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps and equipment according to schedules.
• Install new or replacement service lines and meters.
• Make turn-ons and turn-offs per work orders to connect or disconnect service.
• May operate auxiliary equipment such as purification or treatment systems.
• May be responsible for materials and supplies inventory and paperwork.
• Field Service Technician duties after hours and during emergencies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned; position assigned to divisions except Pinal Valley.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematics

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma with vocational training in pipefitting, electrical, or internal combustion engine crafts

Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certificate (ADEQ)

Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate (ADEQ)

Tools

Handheld meter-reading device

Welding equipment

Job description

ARIZONA WATER COMPANY in Buckeye, AZ is seeking a Utility Worker III under supervision to perform field duties, operate the water distribution system, install service lines and meters, and record changes on maps and reports. You will read meters, prepare written reports, and assist with after-hours emergencies.

The role requires a high school diploma with vocational training, two years of maintenance experience, heavy equipment operation, and ADEQ Grade 1 and Grade 2 water distribution