Utility Worker

Connecticut Water Service, Inc.•Saco, ME

1d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

We have an opening in our Field Service department for an Utility Worker. We are passionate about the environment while delivering life sustaining, high quality water service to families and communities. We embrace progress, provide training & development to inspire success in every aspect of our business and culture. In addition, we provide a competitive benefits package and 401(K). Job Description The Utility Worker (Field Service Representative) provides excellent service to our customers, shareholders and employees by successfully performing all functions necessary to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the public water system. Duties include, but are not limited to the installation, maintenance, repair, relocation, retirement, testing and operations of the water distribution system and related structures and grounds operation and the maintenance of production and treatment facilities. A Field Services Representative in Training works with and/or under the supervision of other Field Service Representatives and the team lead. The Field Service Representative will perform a wide variety of duties and tasks related to operating and maintaining a public water distribution system, including: Under the training and supervision of the team, perform operation and routine maintenance of equipment and vehicles; i.e., trucks, digging and trenching equipment, pavement and rock breakers, tampers, pumps, compressors, and such other equipment as the Company may have or acquire for the purpose of water system construction or maintenance. Installation, maintenance, and repair of water mains, hydrants, service lines and related valves, fittings and appurtenances, after relevant training and assistance. Installation of water meters; meter reading, and the transfer of meter reads to the office. Grounds keeping at company facilities and over mains, services and other areas. Record the location of underground facilities, making measurements and surveys as required. Perform and record inspections and tests of piping systems. Load and unload various equipment, materials and supplies at work sites and store areas. The Company is committed to providing a safe workplace. This position is responsible for learning, following and ensuring compliance with all safety rules. This includes rules and regulations in the Company Safety Manual, OSHA regulations and other state, federal, or governing body’s rules and regulations. Must be able to successfully respond to routine emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
A valid driver’s license is required. CDL a plus.
Must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written form, and have legible handwriting.
Must demonstrate the proper regard for the use of time and equipment, and an awareness of the responsibility to safeguard the water supply and prevent pollution of area surface water.
Have the ability to successfully work as part of a team and communicate effectively with the public.
Be able to follow written and verbal instructions and regulations.
Must have demonstrated computer skills.
Must be available for reasonable overtime work and be available for emergency on call duty when necessary to provide service to the public.

Responsibilities

Perform operation and routine maintenance of equipment and vehicles; i.e., trucks, digging and trenching equipment, pavement and rock breakers, tampers, pumps, compressors, and such other equipment as the Company may have or acquire for the purpose of water system construction or maintenance.
Installation, maintenance, and repair of water mains, hydrants, service lines and related valves, fittings and appurtenances, after relevant training and assistance.
Installation of water meters; meter reading, and the transfer of meter reads to the office.
Grounds keeping at company facilities and over mains, services and other areas.
Record the location of underground facilities, making measurements and surveys as required.
Perform and record inspections and tests of piping systems.
Load and unload various equipment, materials and supplies at work sites and store areas.
Responsible for learning, following and ensuring compliance with all safety rules.
Must be able to successfully respond to routine emergency situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.