Water & Wastewater Field Technician (On-Call)

Aqua; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is hiring for a field-based wastewater collection role. The position involves operating equipment, installing and maintaining sewer infrastructure, meeting customers to address inquiries, and following safety protocols in daily tasks. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid U.S.

driver’s license. No prior experience is required, though mechanical or electrical experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• No experience required; mechanical/electrical experience preferred.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Understand operation of equipment such as backhoe, vacuum/jetter truck, sewer TV inspection equipment, pumps and generators.
• Install, maintain and repair wastewater collection pipes, manholes, pumps, services and related components.
• Meet with customers and resolve inquiries regarding sewer utility service.
• Read and interpret plans, drawings and manuals to perform work.
• Perform inspections and tests of distribution and collection system components.

Skills

Driver's license (U.S.)

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is hiring for a field-based wastewater collection role. The position involves operating equipment, installing and maintaining sewer infrastructure, meeting customers to address inquiries, and following safety protocols in daily tasks. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid U.S.

driver’s license. No prior experience is required, though mechanical or electrical experience is a plus.