Utility Worker III

Arizona Water Company; Casa Grande (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 46.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Arizona Water Company in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a skilled Utility Worker III for water distribution system maintenance and operation. The role requires handling service connections, meter work, and preventive maintenance, with on-call responsibilities.

Applicants should have a high school diploma with vocational training, plus relevant certificates. A valid AZ driver’s license and two years of pipefitting/maintenance experience are required.

Qualifikationen

• 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.
• Must have a valid Arizona driver's license with clean record.
• Must have at least a Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operators Certificate from ADEQ; Grade 2 required before UW III wage step.

Aufgaben

• General operation and maintenance of the water distribution system, including mains, services, hydrants, and fittings.
• Record changes on maps and records.
• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps and equipment.
• Install or replace service lines and meters.
• Make turn-ons/offs per work orders to connect/disconnect service.
• May operate purification or treatment equipment.
• Maintain materials inventory and associated paperwork.
• Perform Field Service Technician duties after hours as needed.

Kenntnisse

Pipefitting

Maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Welding

Hand tools

Mathematics

Meter reading

Public/customer communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED with vocational training

AZ Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate

AZ Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate

Tools

Welders

Backhoe

Air compressors

Meter reading device

Jobbeschreibung

Utility Worker III# Utility Worker IIIHot JobCasa Grande, AZ 85122## OverviewSalary Range$24.46 - $33.27 HourlyLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh School - GEDCategoryOperations## DescriptionJOB 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.## QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * 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.* 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 LICENSING * Must 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 USED* Company vehicle* Hand tools and work equipment such as welders, backhoe, air compressors, etc.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS* Must 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.