Utility Worker I (9TX.26)

American States Water Company; Fort Bliss (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

American States Utility Services, Inc. is seeking a field technician to support water and wastewater systems on U.S. military installations. You will inspect, maintain, and repair water mains, meters, hydrants, and sewer lines, and operate video tools to diagnose issues.

You will work under supervision, learn safety practices, and participate in on-call rotations while communicating clearly with customers and colleagues. Some positions require CDL and state certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication skills including reading, writing and speaking English.
• Valid Driver’s License required; CDL may be required depending on assignment.
• Experience with Word and basic computer/phone apps is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform water and wastewater system maintenance tasks including water quality and supply under supervision.
• Inspect, install, repair, test and certify mains, meters, hydrants and backflow devices.
• Inspect and service sewer lines, lift stations, and use video equipment to identify deficiencies.
• Monitor SCADA alarms and ensure proper communication; conduct routine pump and wet well checks.
• Respond to service orders; mark utility assets and maintain safety practices; assist with paperwork.

Skills

Good communication

English literacy

Driver's license

CDL (may be required)

MS Word

Basic math

Computer literacy

Apps proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, American States Utility Services, Inc. contracts with the federal government to provide water and wastewater services that include operating, maintaining, renewing, replacing, and constructing new systems on military installations throughout the United States. The installations where we presently operate are home to nearly 350,000 military and civilian personnel and families.

We proudly deliver these vital services to military installations in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas (including southeastern New Mexico), Virginia, Florida, Kansas, and Massachusetts.

Serving those who serve.

United States Veterans, Reservists, National Guard Members, and Military Spouses encouraged to apply.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under close supervision, performs activities related to water and wastewater system maintenance, including water quality and water supply.
• Inspects, installs, repairs, replaces, tests and certifies water mains, water services, water meters, fire hydrants, backflow prevention devices, and other related system assets.
• Inspects, installs, repairs, and replaces sewer lines, laterals, cleanouts, manholes collection mains; operates video equipment on sewer lines to determine system deficiencies and other related wastewater system assets.
• Inspects sewer lift stations; ensures SCADA alarms are communicating properly; conducts visual inspections of wet wells and pump cycling and float conditions.
• Responds to Service Orders related to line locations. Marks water and wastewater infrastructure, as well as subsidiary owned electric lines near pump stations and their respective emergency generator assemblies.
• Performs customer support activity and interacts with the public in a professional manner.
• Develops a working knowledge and understanding of safety practices for all materials used in water and wastewater system operations including the handling of liquid and gaseous chemicals.
• Notifies customers of scheduled and emergency outages.
• Develops knowledge of system operations, control settings, plant/lift station operations, and SCADA monitoring.
• Reads and interprets technical and operational documents, manuals, blueprints, system maps, construction specs & standards and diagrams.
• Reads meters manually and/or using automated equipment.
• Responds quickly and accurately to service requests.
• May operate heavy machinery including dump truck, Vactor truck, sewer jet and rodding equipment, and backhoe as well as other related equipment in performing skilled and semiskilled duties for water and wastewater system maintenance.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance of heavy machinery; greasing, fluid level checks, pre-rip inspections, etc.
• May be required to analyze and evaluate pump equipment operation, and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• May be required to execute a system flushing program, cross-connection program, spill response program, and/or a preventative maintenance program, as directed.
• Timely completes work orders, forms, records, and other associated paperwork both manually and digitally.
• May perform routine sampling of water supply and/or wastewater flows.
• Participates in an on-call rotation.
• Responds to emergency call-outs as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Good communication skills required including demonstrated fluency with reading, writing and speaking the English language
• Ability to operate computer laptop, computer tablet, and smartphone.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize Apps for smartphones and tablets.
• Microsoft Word skills preferred
• Basic math skills
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License issued by the state where employed.
• Applicable commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the state where employed may be required
• Must attain within 12 months of employment and keep current the appropriate water and/or wastewater operator certification required by the State where employed
• Backflow Device Tester and Repair Certification issued by the state where employed may also be requiredBasic math skills
• Must take and pass Federal OSHA and or State Mandated Safety training with annual refresher courses as required by the associated regulations for this Position. Such training will be provided by company and compliance is mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS MAY INCLUDE:

• Work in Confined Spaces
• Work in areas exposed to noise and chemicals
• Work in extreme weather conditions
• Lift and carry loads up to 50 lbs
• Climb inspection ladders and perform work up to the limits of elevated water storage tanks
• Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching handling, grasping, fine dexterity, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision including color determination, hearing, foot & hand controls

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

U.S. Citizenship is required pursuant to our contract with the federal government.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age over 40, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.