Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically diverse publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Camden, NJ, the company employs over 6,800 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to an estimated 15 million people in 46 states. To learn more about American Water and additional career opportunities, visit www.amwater.com.
Primary Role
This position performs technical work in the maintenance and repair of water/wastewater systems. This position also assists in the Operations of the Water/Wastewater Treatment plants on an as needed basis. Annual average of time this position works in Repair & Maintenance versus Operations is as follows: 90% Repair & Maintenance and 10% Operations. Position may require some overtime, weekend, and holiday work as well as On-Call responsibility.
Key Accountabilities
Using a company vehicle, performs repairs, preventive and corrective maintenance on water distribution systems, valves, hydrants, meters and mains and on wastewater collection systems, mains, manholes, clean outs etc. process equipment including pumps, blowers, motors and maintains pumps, electrical controls, emergency signaling and related components
Cleans and maintains wet wells, lift stations, grounds, facilities and related equipment
Prepares orders for maintenance materials, supplies, spare parts and equipment
Makes equipment adjustments and reports any serious equipment problems
Maintains computerized and manual records and prepares reports pertaining to the operation of the water distribution & collection systems, reviews daily work orders, completes daily reports, and makes changes as required to meet operating requirements
Identifies, schedules and coordinates the work of outside utility maintenance contractors in support of project
Follows Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies. Wear and work in proper personal protective equipment. Drives a company vehicle during scheduled work hours
Assist with operational tasks in conjunction with operators or as directed by operators
Performs other related functions assigned or as they become apparent or as management assigns
Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of mechanical operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and water and wastewater systems
Knowledge of electrical systems related to equipment in assigned work area
Knowledge of proper operation of hydraulic, pneumatic and telemetry equipment
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code
Knowledge of water and wastewater processes including ability to operate basic water distribution and wastewater collection systems independently.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations
Effectively and safely operates hand tools, pneumatic tools, air compressors and other small equipment related to the maintenance trades and water distribution and wastewater collection systems operations
Hands-on experience in light duty electrical power systems (240 V/ single and three phase) and instrumentation calibration and use
Ability to use and direct excavation crews for repairs of underground utilities, including past demonstrated experience using backhoe and driving a small dump truck
Experience/Education
Five (5) years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems, water pump stations and wastewater collection systems, wastewater Lift Stations etc. preferred
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Additional trade specific courses preferred
Must possess a valid, active state preferred commercial Driver’s License and be able to successfully pass a motor vehicle background check
Prefer state certified Water and Wastewater Operator license
Work Environment
Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions
Employee may be required to work where regularly they may be exposed to fumes, dust and odors
Some high noise levels from operations of equipment.
Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing an approved respirator as required, as some required work may have potential for exposure to harmful contaminants, environments, noise, etc.
May have to work after normal work hours for on-call assignments
Competencies
Champions safety
Customer obsessed
Cultivates innovation
Nimble learning
Drives Results
Collaborates
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