Utility Maintenance Technician (UMT)

Choosegreaterpeoria; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Illinois is seeking laborers for essential tasks including locating right of way clearing and general fieldwork. Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED, strong computer skills, and the ability to work in various weather conditions. This role requires a valid Illinois Class D driver's license and the physical ability to perform manual labor. Competitive hourly wages are offered with opportunities for raises based on tenure.

Benefits

Annual incentive payments based on company performance

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong computer skills, especially with Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Must maintain a valid Illinois Class D driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Locating for right of way clearing and painting meters.
• Monitor excavation around critical facilities.
• Perform general laborer duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Ameren's Gas Compliance Software

Job description

About Ameren Illinois

Ameren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Every day, we deliver electricity to 1.2 million electric and 816,000 natural gas customers in central and southern Illinois. We deliver safe, reliable energy to more than 1,200 communities.

Job Overview

Work consists of, but not limited to the following:
Locating for right of way clearing
Paint Meters or Regulator Stations
Pipeline Marker installation and replacements
GPS new valves and monitor meter sets
Service History Card and other document Verification
Monitor Excavation around critical facilities (Watch & Protect)
General Laborer duties as assigned (i.e., flagging work on a crew, manual labor)

Education Requirements
High School diploma or GED, required

Job Requirements

Strong computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to learn and use Ameren's Gas Compliance Software and related hardware.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work independently for extended periods in the filed for long hours in all weather conditions and walk over rough terrain.
Must be available for emergency callouts and overtime.
Must possess and maintain a valid Illinois Class D driver's license.
Must Receive a recommend status from CAST test.

Pay Rate

*The pay rate will depend on the candidate's experience.

Step 1 $23.48
Step 2 (6 months) $24.01
Step 3 (12 months $24.55
Step 4 (2 years) $25.07

*Candidates will receive raise in July per yearly contract increase

UMTs will be required to establish and maintain their principal family residence within the counties of Peoria or Tazewell, or the surrounding counties.

*Candidates accepting a position in the UMT classification cannot bid/transfer out of the department for two (2) years from the start date into the UMT position.

Post-Selection Training Requirements
Successfully complete all provided Ameren Illinois Locator qualification training for the position.

This position is covered by the IBEW bargaining agreement.

Hourly Pay:

Grade Step BW 147 Step 1 of 4 - 23.48 USDGrade Step BW 147 Step 2 of 4 - 24.01 USDGrade Step BW 147 Step 3 of 4 - 24.55 USDGrade Step BW 147 Step 4 of 4 (Top Step) - 25.07 USD

Position is eligible for annual incentive payments based on company performance and subject to sole management discretion. Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

Thursday June 12, 2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.