Water Utilities Operator I

Clay Today; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Clay Today in Michigan is seeking a utility technician to perform field tasks related to water and sewer line installation, maintenance, and repair. You will work with meters, valves, and other appurtenances, reading meters as needed and assisting customers with water usage questions.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Michigan CDL with endorsements, and an S-4 Operator’s License within 36 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL with proper endorsements; insurability per city standards.
• Two years’ experience in servicing public utilities.
• S-4 Operator’s License required within 36 months.
• Current S-4 holders must have license (apply with).

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines and appurtenances.
• Install, test, and repair City water meters, pressure reducing valves and appurtenances.
• Handle customer complaints concerning water usage and read water meters when needed.
• Operate a variety of automotive, powerdriven and construction equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Safety-minded

Meter reading

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL with endorsements

S-4 License (within 36 months)

Job description

Perform manual tasks in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines and appurtenances. Perform work involving the installation, testing and repairing of City water meters, pressure reducing valves and appurtenances. Handle customer complaints concerning water usage and read water meters when needed. Perform safe and efficient operation of a variety of automotive, powerdriven and construction equipment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent.
• Diploma or official, sealed transcripts REQUIRED with application
• Possess a valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the proper endorsements. Driving record must meet city standards to be insurable.
• Two (2) years’ experience servicing and maintaining public utilities and equipment.
• Must secure and maintain an active Michigan State Health Department S-4 Operator’s License within 36 months of working in this position.
• License REQUIRED with application for current S-4 holders

Pay rate

$28.46/hour - $35.89/hour without S-4 License (After 3 years)
$28.46/hour - $36.75/hour with S-4 License (After 3 years)

Benefits include health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and sick time.

Office is open weekdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Our fax number is 586-574-0770.

Deadline

September 30, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

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