General Maintenance Worker, Military Services Group

American Water; Fort Cavazos Motorcycle and POV Campus (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water is seeking a General Maintenance Worker for the Military Services Group. The role focuses on repairs and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater systems, with 90% repair and 10% operations. Expect overtime and on-call as needed at Fort Cavazos.

A DoD background check is required for access to the installation. Minimum is a high school diploma or GED; 0–2 years in related maintenance; trade courses preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade courses preferred.
• 0–2 years in maintenance of water distribution or wastewater systems.
• Experience with tools and equipment used in repair and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive/corrective maintenance on water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Operate company vehicle for maintenance tasks and site access.
• Prepare maintenance material orders and coordinate outside contractors.
• Maintain operation records and daily reports; review work orders.
• Assist with on-call duties, overtime, and weekend work as needed.
• Follow Environmental, Health & Safety policies and wear required PPE.

Skills

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Electrical power

Backhoe operation

Dump truck operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade-specific courses preferred

0-2 years maintenance experience

Tools

Pumps and motors

Electrical equipment

Hydraulic systems

National Electrical Code basics

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: General Maintenance Worker, Military Services Group

Posting Start Date: 10/21/26

Job Description:

Primary Role

This position performs technical work in the maintenance and repair of water/wastewater systems. This position also assists in the Operations of the Water/Wastewater Treatment plants on an as needed basis. Annual average of time this position works in Repair & Maintenance versus Operations is as follows: 90% Repair & Maintenance and 10% Operations. Position may require some overtime, weekend, and holiday work as well as On-Call responsibility.

Key Accountabilities

• Using a company vehicle, performs repairs, preventive and corrective maintenance on water distribution systems, valves, hydrants, meters and mains and on wastewater collection systems, mains, manholes, clean outs etc. process equipment including pumps, blowers, motors and maintains pumps, electrical controls, emergency signaling and related components.
• Cleans and maintains wet wells, lift stations, grounds, facilities and related equipment.
• Prepares orders for maintenance materials, supplies, spare parts and equipment.
• Makes equipment adjustments and reports any serious equipment problems.
• Maintains computerized and manual records and prepares reports pertaining to the operation of the water distribution & collection systems, reviews daily work orders, completes daily reports, and makes changes as required to meet operating requirements.
• Identifies, schedules and coordinates the work of outside utility maintenance contractors in support of project.
• Follows Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies. Wear and work in proper personal protective equipment. Drives a company vehicle during scheduled work hours.
• Assist with operational tasks in conjunction with operators or as directed by operators.
• Performs other related functions assigned or as they become apparent or as management assigns

Knowledge/Skills

• Effectively and safely operates hand tools, pneumatic tools, air compressors and other small equipment related to the maintenance trades and water distribution and wastewater collection systems operations.
• Hands-on experience in light duty electrical power systems (240 V/ single and three phase) and instrumentation calibration and use.
• Ability to use and direct excavation crews for repairs of underground utilities, including past demonstrated experience using backhoe and driving a small dump truck.
• Knowledge of mechanical operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and water and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems related to equipment in assigned work area.
• Knowledge of proper operation of hydraulic, pneumatic and telemetry equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater processes including ability to operate basic water distribution and wastewater collection systems independently.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Experience/Education

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Additional trade specific courses preferred.
• 0-2 years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems, water pump stations and wastewater collection systems, wastewater Lift Stations etc.

Work Schedule/Environment

• Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm
• Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions.
• Employee may be required to work where regularly they may be exposed to fumes, dust and odors.
• Some high noise levels from operations of equipment.
• Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing an approved respirator as required, as some required work may have potential for exposure to harmful contaminants, environments, noise, etc.
• May have to work after normal work hours for on-call assignments.
• In addition to American Water’s pre-employment screenings, this position requires the ability to pass a Department of Defense background check for access to the military installation.

Certification/Licenses

• Must possess a valid, active state license preferred commercial Driver’s License and be able to successfully pass a motor vehicle background check.
• Prefer state certified Water and Wastewater Operator license.

Competencies

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