General Maintenance Worker (SCA) - Military Services Group

American Water Works Company Inc; Fort Johnson (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading utility company committed to providing safe, reliable water services. This role focuses on the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. With a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee feels valued. As part of a dedicated team, you will play a crucial role in supporting essential services for millions. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health benefits package

Opportunities for career development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in water distribution and wastewater systems maintenance.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Assist in operations of Water/Wastewater Treatment plants as needed.

Skills

Mechanical operation

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Telemetry equipment operation

Health and safety regulations

Hand tools operation

Light duty electrical systems

Excavation crew direction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade-specific courses

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Air compressors

Backhoe

Small dump truck

Job description

Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.

People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role!

About American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, we keep life flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable, and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors, and other stakeholders.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency, and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce, and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense Excellence Award, among additional state, local, and national recognitions.

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, 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 projects.
• Follows Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies. Wears and works in proper personal protective equipment. Drives a company vehicle during scheduled work hours.
• Assists 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

• 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 the ability to operate basic water distribution and wastewater collection systems independently.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• 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.

Experience / Education

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Additional trade-specific courses preferred.
• Five (5) years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems, water pump stations, and wastewater collection systems, wastewater lift stations, etc.

Travel Requirements

• Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions.
• Employee may be required to work where 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.

Certifications / 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.

Key Interfaces / Relationships

• Utility Manager
• Water/Wastewater Field Supervisor
• Lead Maintenance Foreman
• Plant Operations Supervisor
• Construction Manager

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Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.