Utility Technician I & II
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference every day?
At Lehigh County Authority (LCA) in Allentown, PA, we’re dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable water and sewer services that our community depends on.
We are currently hiring motivated individuals for our Utility Technician I & II roles, who are ready to join a dynamic, team-oriented environment and help keep our essential services running smoothly.
What You’ll Do
You will have an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the success of LCA through the following core job responsibilities:
- Vehicle and Equipment Operation: Operate CDL and non-CDL vehicles, along with equipment such as air compressors, jackhammers, vac-all, pumps, jet trucks, and vactor units
- Maintenance & Installation: Perform jetting, access manholes, and assist with water/sewer infrastructure. Assist with installation and repair of valves, hydrants, manholes, sewer lines, and meters
- Building and Equipment Maintenance: Conduct general maintenance of building grounds, equipment, and snow removal, salting & plowing when needed
- Task Execution: Follow work orders, requisitions, and procedures to complete tasks independently
- Material Inspection: Receive and inspect incoming materials for accuracy and damage
- Line Tracing: Uses water & sewer line tracing equipment and software as necessary
- Traffic and Customer Service: Erects barricades, directs traffic, and provides courteous customer service
- Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent required
- Licensure:
- Level I requires the ability to obtain:
- CDL Class B license with air brakes and tanker endorsement within 120 days of hire, and,
- Class E water distribution license and/or collection system license
- Level II requires a current & valid:
- CDL Class B license with air brakes and tanker endorsement, and,
- Class E water distribution license and/or collection system license
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-3:30 pm. 24/7 stand-by service required for a minimum of 2 weeks per year
- Work Environment:Must be able to work in all outside weather conditions
About us and what we offer you:Lehigh County Authority (LCA) is a municipal authority focused on providing high-quality, affordable water and sewer services to our customers. We operate in a cost-effective and efficient manner that results in affordable rates for public services such as the water and sewer services LCA provides. Want to learn more about LCA and our team?https://www.lehighcountyauthority.org/jobs/ As an LCA employee, you would be eligible for competitive pay and benefits including:
- Starting pay at: UT1: $20.81/hr & UT2: $22.23/hr
- Paid Health, dental, and vision coverage – covers employee and their eligible dependents with NO employee contributions!
- Generous paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays
- Company provided life insurance
- Eligibility for two retirement plans - Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement Plan and 457(Empower)
Our hiring management partner is myHR Partner. myHR Partner is not a staffing service or recruiter. All resumes/applications will be reviewed for this position and only for our organization. Applicants who meet the initial qualifications will be contacted for a phone interview.
Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.
EOE, M/F/D/V.