Utility Worker 3

ARIZONA WATER COMPANY; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ARIZONA WATER COMPANY in Buckeye, AZ is seeking a Utility Worker III under supervision to perform field duties, operate the water distribution system, install service lines and meters, and record changes on maps and reports. You will read meters, prepare written reports, and assist with after-hours emergencies.

The role requires a high school diploma with vocational training, two years of maintenance experience, heavy equipment operation, and ADEQ Grade 1 and Grade 2 water distribution

Qualifications

• High school graduate with vocational training in pipefitting, electrical, or internal combustion engine crafts.
• Two years' experience in pipefitting or general maintenance mechanic with some pipefitting.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and welding experience.
• Understanding of water production and distribution methods and systems.
• Mechanical aptitude: use of hand tools and basic mathematics.

Responsibilities

• General operation and maintenance of the water distribution system, installation of mains, services, hydrants, and fittings.
• Record changes on maps and records and prepare related documentation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps and equipment according to schedules.
• Install new or replacement service lines and meters.
• Make turn-ons and turn-offs per work orders to connect or disconnect service.
• May operate auxiliary equipment such as purification or treatment systems.
• May be responsible for materials and supplies inventory and paperwork.
• Field Service Technician duties after hours and during emergencies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned; position assigned to divisions except Pinal Valley.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematics

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma with vocational training in pipefitting, electrical, or internal combustion engine crafts

Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certificate (ADEQ)

Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate (ADEQ)

Tools

Handheld meter-reading device

Welding equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Division Manager, Operations Superintendent, Foreman and the Utility Worker (\"UW\") IV, the UW III must demonstrate a proficiency in communicating with the general public, Company employees, supervisors, and others. The UW III must demonstrate the ability to prepare legible, clear, concise, and complete written reports, map postings, meter reading route maps, ACC postings, daily reports, and CAGRD records. The UW III must understand and communicate information related to customer service, maintain proper conduct, and present a positive image of the Company. Must be available to perform on-call duties and work overtime in emergency as well as planned job assignments. This position is assigned to all Divisions except Pinal Valley.JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS• General operation and maintenance of the water distribution system, installation of additional facilities such as mains, services, hydrants, and auxiliary fittings.• Record any system or equipment changes on maps and records.• Perform regular preventive maintenance according to standard practice schedules on all pumps and equipment. Install new or replacement service lines and meters.• Make turn-ons and turn-offs according to work orders to connect or disconnect service.• May operate auxiliary equipment such as purification or treatment system.• May be responsible for materials and supplies inventory and applicable paperwork.• Utility Workers may be assigned other emergency or regular duties dependent upon available time and needs of the area.• Will perform other duties as assigned.• This position will perform Field Service Technician duties as needed after hours and in situations that management deems necessary to include emergencies and necessary reassignments during normal working hours.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh school graduate with vocational training in pipefitting, electrical, or internal combustion engine crafts.Two years' experience in pipefitting or general maintenance mechanic with some pipefitting.Mature enough to work alone effectively.Ability to operate heavy equipment and welding experience.Understanding of water production and distribution methods and systems.Mechanical aptitude: use of hand tools and understanding of basic mechanics.Functionally literate and competent in basic mathematics.Must be able to use, or learn to use, the handheld meter reading device and related equipment.PROFESSIONAL OR OTHER CERTIFICATION OR LICENSINGMust have a valid, appropriate Arizona driver's license with an acceptable driving record.Must have obtained and currently possess at least a Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operators Certificate from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.Must have a valid Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate before UW III an advance out of the fourth wage step.EQUIPMENT USEDCompany vehicleHand tools and work equipment such as welders, backhoe, air compressors, etc.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMust be physically able to perform work that requires walking, bending, kneeling, digging, and lifting items of at least seventy-five (75) pounds in weight.Must be able to work outside in all types of weather.