Utility Maintenance Apprentice - Water & Sewer

THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COMMISSION; Hockanum (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) is seeking an entry-level Utility Maintainer in Training to learn water and sewer maintenance alongside seasoned staff. You will assist in operating sewer cleaning trucks, installing meters, and servicing hydrants, valves, and related assemblies while following safety procedures.

This role involves field work, data entry, and on-call emergencies. Training will be provided and progression to more advanced maintenance duties is expected as you gain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus some utility construction or related experience.
• Education can include technical high school experience in General Construction and/or Plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining sewer lines and related facilities; operate equipment and perform manual labor to clean and maintain sewers and manholes.
• Assist with routine service and repair of valves and related assemblies.
• Assist in locating gates and related assemblies and excavate with hand tools and pneumatic equipment.
• Assist in performing routine service and repair of hydrants and related assemblies; inspect and replace parts as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, plus some utility construction or related experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Job description

The Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) is seeking an entry-level Utility Maintainer in Training to learn water and sewer maintenance alongside seasoned staff. You will assist in operating sewer cleaning trucks, installing meters, and servicing hydrants, valves, and related assemblies while following safety procedures.

This role involves field work, data entry, and on-call emergencies. Training will be provided and progression to more advanced maintenance duties is expected as you gain