Utility Person

American Water; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water in Lexington is hiring 3 Utility Workers to perform tasks locating, laying, repairing and extending underground water mains and distribution pipes under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card and, eventually, a Class A CDL. Work hours are Monday through Friday with possible overtime and on-call rotation, with safety and accuracy emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or state-recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass motor vehicle background check.
• DOT Medical Card or the ability to obtain.
• Ability to obtain Class A CDL after probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Sets up barricades and safety lights around work site to protect workers from street traffic.
• Breaks up asphalt and concrete, using pneumatic power tools for trenching and compaction.
• Manually digs of valve boxes and curb boxes using shovel and digging bar.
• Guides pipe sections, valves and fittings into position and holds pieces steady while works tightens connections.
• Taps into pressurized water mains.
• Flares and connects copper piping.
• Installs repair clamp on pressurized water mains and service lines.
• Operates valves and fire hydrants.
• Investigates complaints and determines corrective action per Company procedure.
• Operates pneumatic and/ or hydraulic boring equipment.
• Completes all necessary forms, sketches and field notes and be knowledgeable of usage of maps and records.
• Drives vehicles and/or trucks in performance of general job, including housekeeping of vehicles.
• Conducts work as assigned by the supervisor or crew leader and to assist other personnel as required.

Education

High School diploma or state-recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate

Job description

Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.

People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

We are Beautifully Different . We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role!

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

We are looking to hire 3 (three) Utility Workers for our Lexington location!

Responsible for performing a variety of tasks including but not limited to locating, laying, repairing and extending underground water mains and distribution pipes and any other work as assigned by the supervisor.

Hours/Shift

Must be available to work the following schedule.

• Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM.
• Possible overtime.
• Possible on-call rotation.

Key Accountabilities

• Sets up barricades and places safety lights around work site to protect workers from street traffic.
• Breaks up asphalt and concrete, using pneumatic power tools for trenching and compaction.
• Manually digs of valve boxes and curb boxes using shovel and digging bar.
• Guides pipe sections, valves and fittings into position and holds pieces steady while works tightens connections.
• Taps into pressurized water mains.
• Flares and connects copper piping.
• Installs repair clamp on pressurized water mains and service lines.
• Operates valves and fire hydrants.
• Investigates complaints and determines corrective action per Company procedure.
• Operates pneumatic and/ or hydraulic boring equipment.
• Completes all necessary forms, sketches and field notes and be knowledgeable of usage of maps and records.
• Drives vehicles and/or trucks in performance of general job, including housekeeping of vehicles.
• Conducts work as assigned by the supervisor or crew leader and to assist other personnel as required.

Experience/Education

• High School diploma or state-recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate.

Certifications & Licenses

Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass motor vehicle background check.

DOT Medical Card or the ability to obtain.

• Ability to obtain Class A CDL after probationary period.

Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.