DescriptionAlliance Water Resources is a growing water and wastewater contract operations company with an open Utility Worker II position in the Elsberry, MO area.About the JobThis is manual and semi-skilled work involving the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater systems, equipment, and associated facilities. The work is performed under general supervision. Hours are Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm including on call and weekend work as necessary.Essential Functions:
- Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems
- Conducts periodic rounds of assigned facilities to monitor plant operations, evaluate equipment performance, investigate equipment problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action as directed.
- Performs a variety of maintenance and repair work on water and/or wastewater plant equipment such as pumps, meters, lab equipment, lift stations, sewer lines, manholes and/or water wells, water mains, valves, hydrants, boosters, other service lines, streets and/or parks; assists in repair of vehicles and/or other public works facilities and equipment.
- Assists or performs preventive maintenance and repair on assigned water, wastewater, streets and/or grounds maintenance related equipment including mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure proper and safe operations.
- Performs preventive cleaning of collection systems using jetters, cables and rod machines; provides maintenance and repair on blocked systems.
- Installs new and repaired equipment as directed; performs inspections of equipment according to directions.
- Follows safety rules set by company, state and federal regulations which may include participating in safety meetings, inspecting equipment, assisting and/or advising co-workers of possible safety hazards.
- Assists in location of water and sewer mains and manholes.
- Assists in the installation of water line services.
- Assists in the inspection of new installations of water and sewer lines and appurtenances, new water and wastewater facilities, streets and/or grounds maintenance facilities.
- Cleans and maintains facilities, equipment, and tools, and performs grounds work such as yard repairs, mowing, trimming, and painting as directed.
- Maintains records of corrective and preventive maintenance according to set procedures.
- Completes assigned paperwork including work orders and the recording of test results according to set procedures.
- Assists in ordering supplies and equipment as directed or required; maintains inventory according to procedures.
- Operates and drives assigned vehicles as needed to provide effective and safe service to client and customer.
- Performs customer service functions as assigned.
- Performs relief operation of plants as needed.
- Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
RequirementsDSII or ability to obtain within six (6) monthsMinimum Qualifications-Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Graduation from high school or GED
- Two (2) years of experience in maintenance and repair of water and wastewater collection, treatment, and distribution facilities or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read, comprehend job orders and/or instructions with the skill to write and complete forms and notices
- Knowledge of state and federal standards and regulations governing water/wastewater collection, treatment, and distribution.
- Knowledge of safety standards and precautions related to water or wastewater operations.
- Knowledge of practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment of wastewater system and/or water system maintenance and repair.
- Ability to make repairs on a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Ability to read meters and gauges and interpret findings.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
- Possess an appropriate level certification in water and/or wastewater as necessary per division.
- Ability to use and maintain tools, equipment, and computers associated with water or wastewater operations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, clients, vendors, and the public.
- Ability to be on-call evenings and weekends and to work long hours.
- Possess or the ability to possess a valid state driver's license or an appropriate level CDL, as necessary.
- A person working in this job will need, on a daily basis, to:
- Perform heavy labor including walking long distances, standing, bending, stooping, reaching and digging
- Can work in confined spaces and wear appropriate safety equipment
- Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate, twist, push, pull and otherwise manipulate equipment ranging from small hand tools to objects and equipment up to 100lbs.
- Visually assess construction, maintenance, and repair needs
- Climb and work from ladders and stairs
- Perform outside work in extreme weather conditions
- Work and be exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes and/or potentially hazardous chemicals