Utility Laborer

American Water; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water is seeking a maintenance technician to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including pumps, valves, hydrants, meters, and mains. The role includes operating electrical controls, troubleshooting, and coordinating with outside contractors as needed.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid CDL is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.
• CDL preferred and able to pass motor vehicle background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on valves, hydrants, meters, and mains.
• Drive company vehicle and follow safety policies.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Reading blueprints/diagrams

Education

High school diploma or GED

State license preferred (CDL)

Tools

Electrical power systems 240V

Instrumentation calibration

Backhoe operation

Valve and pump knowledge

Job description

• 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.

Key Accountabilities

• 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.

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.
• Five (5) years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems, water pump stations and wastewater collection systems, wastewater Lift Stations etc.
• 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.

Travel Requirements

< 5 %

• 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.