Utility Worker I

Alliance Water Resources; Rolla (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 Days

Holidays

401K/Profit Sharing

Vision Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Certification Bonus

Job summary

Alliance Water Resources is seeking a temporary Utility Worker I in the Rolla, MO area to perform a range of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks related to water and wastewater facilities and equipment. The role operates under general supervision with a Monday–Friday 7:30 am–4:00 pm schedule and On-Call/Standby hours.

Primary duties include troubleshooting, maintenance, inspections, and record-keeping for pumps, meters, lines, and related infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions in water/wastewater operations.
• Ability to use and maintain tools, equipment, and computers used in operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers, clients, vendors, and the public.
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems; conducts rounds to monitor plant operations and evaluate equipment performance.
• Performs maintenance and repair on water/wastewater plant equipment such as pumps, meters, lift stations, valves, and lines.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment related to water/wastewater operations and grounds maintenance.
• Cleans and maintains facilities and tools; completes paperwork and records test results per procedures.
• Assists in installation, inspections, and location of water/sewer mains and appurtenances; orders supplies as directed.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Safety standards

Tools usage

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour

Contact information

• Name Ethan Gofort
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Alliance Water Resources is a growing water and wastewater contract operations company looking for a temporary Utility Worker I in the Rolla, 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 On-Call and Standby hours

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.

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

About Alliance

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.