Utility worker I

Jimmy Jazz; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal &H

401K/Profit Sharing

Vision Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Certification Bonus

Job summary

Alliance Water Resources is seeking a full-time Utility Worker I for Cape Girardeau, MO. The role involves maintenance and repair of water and wastewater facilities and equipment, under general supervision, with a 7:30 am–4:00 pm schedule and on-call rotation.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, installations, and safety compliance. A valid driver's license is required; water/wastewater certification is preferred but not required. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to maintain good standing.
• Water and/or wastewater Certification strongly desired yet not required.
• Ability to perform heavy labor, walking long distances, standing, bending, stooping, reaching and digging.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and wear safety equipment.
• Comfort with outdoor work in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems and monitors plant operations.
• Maintains and repairs water and wastewater plant equipment and related facilities.
• Performs preventive maintenance and repair on related equipment.
• Assists in installation and inspection of water line services and appurtenances.
• Completes work orders and records test results; maintains inventory and orders supplies.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Safety standards

Tools & equipment use

Communication & teamwork

Physical endurance

Job description

Contact information

• Location 2007 Southern Expy,Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT

• Name Doug Reeves
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Alliance Water Resources is a growing water and wastewater contract operations company looking for a full time Utility Worker I position in the Cape Girardeau, MO area.

The Utility Worker I position works under general supervision, performing a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled manual work involving the maintenance and repair relating to water and/or wastewater facilities and equipment, streets, parks and/or other public works functions.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm with an On-Call Rotation

Essential Functions:

• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems. Conducts periodic rounds of assigned facilities to monitor plant operations, evaluate equipment performance, investigate equipment problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action as directed.
• Performs a variety of maintenance and repair work on water and/or wastewater plant equipment such as pumps, meters, lab equipment, lift stations, sewer lines, manholes and/or water wells, water mains, valves, hydrants, boosters, other service lines, streets and/or parks; assists in repair of vehicles and/or other public works facilities and equipment.
• Assists or performs preventive maintenance and repair on assigned water, wastewater, streets and/or grounds maintenance related equipment including mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure proper and safe operations.
• Performs preventive cleaning of collection systems using jetters, cables and rod machines; provides maintenance and repair on blocked systems.
• Installs new and repaired equipment as directed; performs inspections of equipment according to directions.
• Follows safety rules set by company, state and federal regulations which may include participating in safety meetings, inspecting equipment, assisting and/or advising co-workers of possible safety hazards. Assists in location of water and sewer mains and manholes.
• Assists in the installation of water line services. Assists in the inspection of new installations of water and sewer lines and appurtenances, new water and wastewater facilities, streets and/or grounds maintenance facilities.
• Cleans and maintains facilities, equipment, and tools, and performs grounds work such as yard repairs, mowing, trimming, and painting as directed. Maintains records of corrective and preventive maintenance according to set procedures.
• Completes assigned paperwork including work orders and the recording of test results according to set procedures.
• Assists in ordering supplies and equipment as directed or required; maintains inventory according to procedures.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's license and ability to maintain good standing.
• Water and/or wastewater Certification strongly desired yet not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Mechanically inclined
• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions related to water and wastewater operations.
• Ability to use and maintain tools, equipment and computers associated with water and wastewater operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, clients, vendors, and the general public.
• A person working in this job will need, on a daily basis, to:
  • Perform heavy labor, including walking long distances, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and digging.
  • Have the ability to work in confined spaces and wear appropriate safety equipment.
  • Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, manipulate small to large hand tools and move equipment, controls and parts weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Visually assess construction, maintenance, and repair needs.
  • Climb and work from ladders and stairs
  • Perform outside work in extreme weather conditions.
  • Work and be exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, and/or potentially hazardous chemicals.

Summary

Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, Alliance Water Resources is a leading provider of professional operations and maintenance services for community water and wastewater systems, serving communities in Missouri and surrounding states. Alliance has proven success with tough regulatory challenges. Without exception, every Alliance contract brings the community's system into compliance.

Alliance Water Resources offers a competitive compensation package which includes:

• Medical and Dental
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days, & Holidays
• 401K/Profit Sharing
• Vision Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus Program for Water and Wastewater Certification

Alliance Water Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.