Utility Technician

Aqua America, Inc.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua America, Inc. is seeking an entry-level field/maintenance worker to support water distribution and wastewater systems. You will perform semi-skilled installation, maintenance and repair of meters, valves, gauges and pumps, and help keep vehicles and equipment in safe working order.

Responsibilities include reading meters, updating work orders, and assisting with various tasks as needed. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required, and a CDL permit must be earned within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• No experience required; mechanical/electrical experience preferred.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license is required.
• A CDL permit must be attained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled installation, maintenance and repair of valves, meters, gauges, pumps and related equipment in water distribution and wastewater systems.
• Operate and maintain vehicles and equipment per company procedures.
• Load and unload equipment, chemicals and supplies at worksites and storage areas.
• Read meters as needed and update work orders in the system.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within its eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives on the front lines to scientists and engineers ensuring reliable water and wastewater services for communities. If you’re looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you tojoinourteam.

Essential Duties

• Performs semi‑skilled installation, maintenance and repair of valves, meters, gauges, pumps, and associated equipment used in water distribution and wastewater collection systems using hand and power tools.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment, eg trucks, digging, trenching equipment, and other equipment in accordance with company procedures and operating standards.
• Loads and unloads various equipment, chemicals and supplies at worksites and storage areas.
• Operates medium construction equipment under the supervision of a qualified operator.
• Adheres to all safety and security operating policies, procedures, practices and standards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Performs ground keeping and custodial work as assigned.
• Resolves routine problems and notifies management of issues outside scope of responsibility.
• Reads meters as needed.
• Updates and maintains documentation of work activities, including closing work orders in the system.
• Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• No previous experience is required; mechanical and/or electrical experience is preferred.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) permit must be attained within 90 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with computers and work systems such as Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely and professionally) with customers and internal staff.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team player able to work effectively in a team‑fostered multi‑tasking environment.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

May be subject to extreme temperatures, noise, wet and/or humid conditions, mechanical, electrical, gas exposure hazards, fumes, dusts, mists, gases and/or poor ventilation atmospheric conditions. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Working conditions may include travel to work sites of Essential Utilities and/or other constituents. May be required to be “on‑call” per the site schedule. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Aff. Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered‑veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1‑877‑271‑9012).