Utility Technician I

Veolia | North America; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 37,539 - 53,465; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia | North America is seeking a Utility Technician in Toms River, NJ. The role involves installation and maintenance of water distribution systems, ensuring compliance with safety policies and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, skills in operating power-driven tools, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Competitive pay starting at $33.03 per hour with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate a variety of power-driven tools.
• Knowledge of safe work practices in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair water distribution system mains and services.
• Perform maintenance on water distribution facilities and associated equipment.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Operation and use of power-driven tools

Computerized electronic equipment for water systems

Repairing water distribution systems

Safe work practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy construction tools

Specialized trucks

Job description

Company Overview

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Position Purpose

Performs a variety of duties in association with transmission and distribution of a water system while adhering to and complying with company procedures, safety policies, and regulatory guidelines. Tasks may include service and maintaining control valves, hydrants, blow‑offs; flushing and maintaining fire hydrants; operating valves manually and as machine operator; reading as‑built drawings and interpreting blueprints to revise and maintain water atlases; maintaining the preventive maintenance database; providing miscellaneous support to other Operation and Maintenance groups regarding shutdowns, traffic control, repair and construction crew assistance. The Utility Technician will also flex into and/or perform work in the capacity of Field Service Representative when required or directed. The employee will participate in the standby program as a primary responder.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

• Install new or replacement water distribution system mains, services and fire hydrants with appurtenances.
• Repair, maintain and/or operate water distribution facilities and associated equipment (mains, services, fire hydrants, valves, air compressors, tapping machines, portable ditch pumps, electrical generators, pipe leak detection equipment, hand tools) without direct supervision.
• Read and understand the valve maintenance program.
• Use accepted practices and methods for water line and appurtenance installation or replacement and their proper maintenance and repair.
• Properly use and care for hand tools.
• Perform functions of a Field Service Representative as required.
• Know and abide by company safety policies and procedures.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Operation and use of a variety of power‑driven and heavy construction tools and equipment in skilled construction, maintenance, and repair work, including operation of specialized trucks.
• Use and principles of computerized electronic equipment for the collection, storage, and interpretation of water system operational data.
• Methods and techniques for locating water mains and shutting off water service.
• Methods and techniques for maintaining and repairing water distribution systems.
• Operational characteristics of a variety of maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Safe work practices, including procedures for operating power and heavy construction equipment, working in traffic, confined spaces, open trenches and other hazardous conditions.
• Comprehension of oral and written instructions and communication in English.
• Eligibility for overtime.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Availability for night, weekend, holiday, overtime work and on‑call assignments.
• Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions to accomplish assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Certifications and Licenses

• Valid New Jersey driver’s license.
• Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment: walking including uneven terrain; climbing hills and stairs; standing and sitting for prolonged periods; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, reaching, twisting, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull moderate amounts of weight up to 90 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to see clearly and hear, and be able to speak and converse with others.

Pay and Benefits

Pay: $33.03 per hour.

Benefits include paid time off, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plans, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.