Utility Operator

Nexus Water Group; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and Wellness Benefits

401(k) Program with Matching Contribution

Professional development opportunities

Company provided life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Utility Operator for Fairbanks Sewer and Water. The role involves maintenance and operations of water and wastewater systems, with a requirement to obtain ADEC certifications within eight years.

Applicants must have a valid State of Alaska Commercial Driver's License and perform outdoor work in extreme conditions. We offer competitive benefits including health, wellness, and a 401(k) program.

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain a valid State of Alaska Commercial Driver's License within one year of hire.
• Capable of obtaining ADEC certifications within eight years.
• Experience in diagnosing mechanical failures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on water and wastewater utility infrastructure.
• Repair fire hydrants, gate valves, lift stations, pumps, and motors.
• Conduct basic electrical troubleshooting.

Skills

Knowledge of basic electrical principles

Experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Understanding of safety precautions in mechanical trade

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Tools and equipment of the mechanical trade

Job description

Who We Are

We are College Utilities working with Utility Services of Alaska and Golden Heart Utilities to bring safe and clean water and wastewater operations to Fairbanks, Alaska. Together these three companies are known as Fairbanks Sewer and Water; we are owned by Nexus Water Group.

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

"Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well.
• 401(k) Program with Matching Contribution: We offer a company match 401K plan.
• Grow With Us: Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

Overview

Fairbanks Sewer and Water has an opportunity for a College Utilities for a Utility Operator. The position is responsible for performing operations and maintenance on water and wastewater utility infrastructure as well as construction of new water mains and sewer mains and associated infrastructure. The selected candidate must obtain the required ADEC certifications for the level rating of the utilities within four (4) years of hire. The selected candidate must obtain and maintain a valid State of Alaska Commercial Driver's License within one (1) year of hire.

Work Hours and Schedule: This position will be based in Fairbanks, AK. Schedule is Monday through Friday. After-hour and weekend on-call support may be required. Must be available to work shift work; weekend scheduling may be required.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventative maintenance on water and wastewater utility infrastructure.
• Perform general mechanical overhaul and repair work on fire hydrants, circulating stations, gate valves, lift stations, pumps, and motors.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and maintenance at lift station and circulating station control panels.
• Ability to operate and/or learn to operate heavy equipment.

Purpose of the Job

Experience and Education

• Possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License; must be able to obtain and maintain a valid State of Alaska Commercial Driver's License in accordance with the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986.
• Capable of obtaining the required ADEC certifications for the level rating of the utilities within eight (8) years.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic electrical principles.
• Knowledge of the occupational and environmental hazards and safety precautions of the mechanical trade.
• Knowledge of the principles of pumps and motors.
• Experience and ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical failures.
• Experience and ability to comprehend technical inspections to repair manuals.
• Experience and ability to understand instructions and interpret plans and sketches.
• Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the mechanical trade.
• Pump and lift station maintenance.
• Maintains and completes recordkeeping for water and sewer equipment.
• Position is responsible for utility maintenance.
• Repair of utility mains.
• Ability to work with the public to solve conflicts.

Work Environment

• Capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds above waist height (3 feet or higher).
• Able to work in cramped, uncomfortable spaces with low light conditions.
• Exhibit physical dexterity to work in awkward positions for up to one hour at a time.
• Able to lift, pull or push for a significant portion of a workday.
• Able to perform duties while standing, twisting, bending, kneeling or from prone position for up to an hour at a time.
• Capable of extending arms overhead for extended periods of time while performing duties.
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions such as cold and snow for a significant portion of a workday.
• Capable of working in an environment where raw sewage is present.
• Capable of working in either a crew environment or independently as required.

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E-Verify participating employer.