Water & Wastewater Utility Construction Technician

US Water Services Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

EmergencyMD is seeking a Laborer for its operations in the Town of Florida, New York. The successful candidate will perform various manual labor tasks related to the installation and maintenance of water lines and sewer systems. Responsibilities include working under supervision, keeping the workplace clean, and responding to emergencies as they arise.

A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a valid driver’s license. Experience with heavy equipment is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED; valid driver’s license is required.
• Prior work experience in an industrial/mechanical setting is desirable.
• Ability to follow oral instructions promptly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor to install and maintain water and sewer lines.
• Respond to emergency calls at all hours.
• Keep the site and grounds at plants clean and neat.

Skills

Concrete experience

Heavy equipment operation

Basic construction techniques

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Loader

Forklift

Job description

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well‑established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast‑paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 950 employees in twenty states.

General Description

The Laborer will report to the Water and Wastewater Systems Construction Manager through a designated plant or maintenance department head as may be required to fulfill overall system labor needs. The Laborer will be responsible for various activities in support of the water treatment plant, wastewater treatment plant and the industrial wastewater treatment plant operations. The Laborer performs manual labor and learns to perform semi‑skilled work in the maintenance, operation, repair and construction of the treatment plants and distribution & collection systems. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of a plant operator or maintenance technician.

Responsibilities

• Must have concrete experience.
• Heavy equipment experience.
• Works on water crew learning to perform manual labor in installing, repairing and maintaining water lines, valves, meters, pumps and water taps.
• Works on sewer crew learning to perform manual labor in installing, repairing and maintaining sewer lines, force mains, lift stations and manholes.
• Provides manual labor to clean drying beds.
• Digs holes and ditches with shovel and other hand tools.
• Cleans and maintains tools, sampling equipment and lab equipment.
• Responsible for keeping site and grounds at plants clean and neat.
• Performs daily equipment checks.
• Picks up necessary supplies and tools from warehouse or vendors as directed.
• Responds to emergency calls at all hours.
• Performs work safely in accordance with departmental safety procedures and operates equipment safely. Reports any unsafe work condition or practice to supervisor.
• Performs other related and non‑related duties as assigned.

Minimum Training and Experience Required

High school graduate or GED; valid driver’s license. Prior work experience in an industrial/mechanical setting highly desirable. Operating or working alongside backhoe, loader, forklift or related material handling equipment experience also highly desirable.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic construction and maintenance techniques and practices concerning water and wastewater operations.
• Ability to follow oral instructions promptly and accurately.
• Ability to work in disagreeable conditions.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.

Work Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an outside environment or in industrial plant/shop areas. There is exposure to high equipment noise, chemical fumes, and potential electric and machinery hazards. Field conditions outdoors are varying weather conditions, with varying low to high equipment noise; walking on changing ground surfaces; and there is some driving in various weather conditions.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay is commensurate with experience and market‑reflective. U.S. Water/USW Utility Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long‑term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401(k) with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity

U.S. Water/USW Utility Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.