DescriptionAlliance Water Resources is a growing water and wastewater contract operations company with two (2) openings for Utility Worker I positions in the Villa Ridge, MO area.This position works under general supervision, performing a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled manual work involving the maintenance and repair relating to water and/or wastewater facilities and equipment, streets, parks and/or other public works functions.Schedule: Mon-Fri, hours may vary and may require some weekends and holidaysEssential 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.
- Other duties as assigned, and responsibilities may be redefined depending on business and operational needs:
Requirements
- A valid motor vehicle driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.
- Possess or ability to obtain and maintain certification within 6 months of date of hire.
The Right Stuff...
- mechanically inclined
- a team player
- willingness to learn
- able to grasp new concepts quickly
- able to adjust quickly to varying tasks that can come up during the workday
- willingness and ability to obtain MO Water and Wastewater Certification within 6 months of hire date
Perks
- Paid work-based training to bring new hires up to speed in their new industry
- Paid time and expenses for licensing and certification plus bonus