Job description
Utility Worker I, II, III, IV or in-Training
Highlights of the job
What you’d be responsible for
Repair and maintain fire hydrants, main line valves, water service lines, water mains, water meters and fittings, installation of new water services, water system flushing, water quality sampling, flow testing, traffic control, and preventative maintenance activities e.g. valve exercising and fire hydrant inspections.
Installation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater collection systems including sewer laterals, mains, taps, main cleaning and clearing blockages, roach control, and raises/lowers/repairs of manholes.
Provide assistance to Field Service Representative team, reading meters and line locating when needed to backfill due to absences. Performs other work as required.
What’s required to be successful
Candidate must have thorough understanding of water distribution, and wastewater collection systems. Must have knowledge of use of tools and equipment used in the water and wastewater field.
Minimum requirements for each level:
Utility Worker-in-Training: Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license with good driving record at time of hire. Must be able to obtain Grade 1 ADEQ certifications in Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections within one year of hire date. $19.20 per hour
Utility Worker II: Two (2) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. ADEQ Grade 2 Water Distribution and Grade 2 Wastewater Collection certifications required. Starts at $ 24.66 per hour
Utility Worker III: Four (4) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. ADEQ Grade 3 Water Distribution and Grade 3 Wastewater Collection certifications required. Starts at $ 27.73 per hour
Utility Worker IV: Five (5) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. ADEQ Grade 4 Water Distribution and Grade 4 Wastewater Collection certifications required. Minimum of two (2) years experience as a lead person with supervisory responsibilities, including assistance with performance evaluation and staff development. Starts at $30.56 per hour
Other important facts about this job
This position is subject to callback, overtime and weekend/holiday emergency call outs and on call duty. There are periods of continuous stooping, bending, walking, shoveling and sweeping. May be exposed to insects, animals, reptiles, dust, pollen, chemicals, water and sewage. Must be able to tolerate extreme heat.
As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary, an incentive award program, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage, retirement plan with substantial company contribution, generous time-off schedules, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. We’ve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.
Headquartered in Phoenix, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water, wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. We’re proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.
Please note the following information:
A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States.- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, driving, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required.
- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-employment drug testing will be required.
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