Utility Worker

Position Purpose

The Utility Worker is responsible for performing a variety of routine cleaning, maintenance and repair to tanks, drains, culverts, grounds, buildings, and associated structures.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, and operates the underground pipes, manholes, and lift stations that safely carry wastewater to treatment facilities.
• Maintains treatment plant and lift station areas to include mowing and weed eating.
• Line Cleaning: Flushes and clears sewer mains using high-pressure water jet trucks and mechanical rodders to prevent blockages and sanitary sewer overflows.
• Removes roots, grease, grit, and other obstructions from gravity and force mains.
• Structure Upkeep: Inspects, repairs, and builds manholes, cleanouts, and catch basins.
• Excavates damaged areas to repair or replace broken sewer mains, laterals, and pipe joints.
• Maintains and assists with the repair of sewage lift stations, pumps, and related electrical or mechanical components.
• Logs daily work tasks, updates computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and reads system maps.
• Follows strict safety rules and completes permits when entering manholes and underground vaults.
• Responds to after-hours callouts, sewer backups, and system failures, sometimes assisting with traffic control at work sites.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education/Experience/Background

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• At least six months experience in a related position and environment preferred.
• Experience with a variety of machinery, vehicles, material handling equipment, hand and power tools preferred.
• Must have a strong electrical background working with pumps and motors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing (operational, process, safety and quality Instructions).
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Must have the ability to quickly learn how to safely operate specialized machinery for care of roads, grounds, galleries, structures and facilities.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Must possess a solid understanding of electrical systems and the ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve issues.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

• Must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Benefits

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.