Laborer L459

American Water Co.; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking utility company dedicated to providing safe and reliable water services. This role involves hands-on work in maintaining and repairing underground water systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and delivering excellent customer service. The company values diversity and offers a supportive environment for career growth. With a commitment to environmental protection and community strengthening, this position is perfect for those looking to make a real difference. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Overtime availability as needed.

Responsibilities

• Locate, lay, repair, and extend underground water mains.
• Operate pneumatic and hydraulic boring equipment.

Skills

Pneumatic Tools Operation

Hydraulic Equipment Operation

Manual Digging

Safety Compliance

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Backhoe

CDL License

Job description

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Company: American Water Works Company Inc

Requisition ID: 108204

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 focus on health & wellness, emotional well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

We are Beautifully Different. We believe diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. Click here for more on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility in the U.S., serving over 14 million people across 14 jurisdictions and 18 military installations. Founded in 1886, we keep life flowing by providing safe, reliable, and affordable water services. Our 6,500 professionals leverage their expertise to benefit customers, employees, investors, and stakeholders.

As a fast-growing utility, we plan to invest $40-$42 billion over the next decade in infrastructure, resiliency, and acquisitions. We are committed to safety, affordability, environmental protection, inclusivity, and community strengthening. We have received multiple recognitions, including the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense Excellence Award.

For more information, visit amwater.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Job Responsibilities: Responsible for tasks such as locating, laying, repairing, and extending underground water mains and distribution pipes, among other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Key Accountabilities

• Set up barricades and safety lights around the work site to protect workers from traffic. Break asphalt and concrete using pneumatic tools for trenching and compaction.
• Manually dig valve and curb boxes using shovels and digging bars. Guide pipe sections, valves, and fittings into position and hold steady during connections.
• Connect to pressurized water mains, flare, and connect copper piping.
• Install repair clamps on pressurized mains and service lines.
• Operate valves and fire hydrants, investigate complaints, and determine corrective actions.
• Operate pneumatic and hydraulic boring equipment. Complete forms, sketches, and field notes, and use maps and records effectively.
• Inspect and operate valves and hydrants to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Drive vehicles and trucks, maintaining cleanliness and safety.
• Assist other personnel and perform tasks as assigned by the supervisor or crew leader.

Experience/Education

High School diploma or recognized equivalent required.

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Overtime availability as needed.
• Must obtain a CDL license.

Other Requirements

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Preferred: Class A CDL and backhoe experience.

Core Values:

• Champions safety
• Customer obsessed
• Cultivates innovation
• Nimble learning
• Drives results

Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing

American Water is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), prohibiting discrimination based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories under law.