Water Distribution Operator – On-Call Field Tech

Hope Utilities; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Life Insurance

Job summary

Hope Utilities in Michigan is seeking a Distribution Operator to support the Upper Michigan Water system. You will operate backhoes, maintain assets, handle daily work orders and assist with deliveries and storage of materials.

This role requires general knowledge of water distribution equipment, ability to follow safety rules, and flexibility for on‑call hours including emergencies. Requires a Michigan driver’s license and the potential to obtain EGLE Level 2 certification within two years.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license in good standing.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a physical examination and drug test.
• Ability to receive EGLE Level 2 Water Distribution certification within two years after hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe to install, repair, and replace water lines, meters, valves and hydrants.
• Maintain shop inventory, operate machinery, complete daily work orders.
• Perform general landscaping/maintenance tasks within the plant sites, office and distribution system.
• Load and unload materials and equipment; assist in delivery, storage and transfer of chemicals.
• Operate various hand and power tools and test instruments.
• Learn and apply all safety rules and regulations.
• Perform routine operational duties and learn to perform more complex or critical assignments.
• Respond to and perform emergency repairs at irregular hours.
• Ability to be subject to 24‑hour on‑call, variable working hours, overtime, weekends and holidays. May be required to perform stand‑by duties and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Water distribution

Tool operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Pumps

Valves

Meters

Generators

Job description

Hope Utilities in Michigan is seeking a Distribution Operator to support the Upper Michigan Water system. You will operate backhoes, maintain assets, handle daily work orders and assist with deliveries and storage of materials.

This role requires general knowledge of water distribution equipment, ability to follow safety rules, and flexibility for on‑call hours including emergencies. Requires a Michigan driver’s license and the potential to obtain EGLE Level 2 certification within two years.