Water & Wastewater Maintenance Technician

American Water; Village of Highland Falls (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability

Wellness programs

Job summary

American Water is seeking a General Maintenance Worker (SCA) to perform technical maintenance on water and wastewater systems. The role includes repair, preventive maintenance, and occasional operations support, with overtime and on-call responsibilities as needed.

You will maintain records, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with safety policies while contributing to reliable service delivery for our customers.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems, water pump stations and wastewater collection systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and routine maintenance on water distribution systems, valves, hydrants, meters and mains.
• Maintain pumps, electrical controls and related equipment.
• Prepare maintenance material orders and keep records of work performed.
• Coordinate outside contractors when needed.
• Follow safety policies and wear proper PPE.

Skills

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade courses preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Electrical test equipment

Backhoe operation

Dump truck operation

Job description

American Water is seeking a General Maintenance Worker (SCA) to perform technical maintenance on water and wastewater systems. The role includes repair, preventive maintenance, and occasional operations support, with overtime and on-call responsibilities as needed.

You will maintain records, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with safety policies while contributing to reliable service delivery for our customers.