American Water · 9 hours ago
Wastewater Technician
Godfrey, IL
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$33.34/hr - $33.34/hr
0+ years expAmerican Water is a leading water and wastewater service provider, and they are seeking a Wastewater Technician to maintain and ensure reliable operation of the district’s wastewater collection system. The successful candidate will perform maintenance tasks, emergency repairs, and preventive maintenance work related to wastewater operations and equipment.
ConsumerWaste ManagementWater
Responsibilities
Maintain and ensure reliable operation of the district’s wastewater collection system
Perform all work associated with its day-to-day operations, including but not limited to sanitary sewer mains, sanitary sewer lateral lines, flow meters, storm surge/storage structures, air release/control valves, telemetry/SCADA systems, and related appurtenances
Perform emergency repair work, routine daily work, scheduled annual preventive maintenance work, special project needs, and other tasks as assigned by the Foreperson and by management
Perform annual maintenance program tasks, including but not limited to using fire hydrants to fill Jetter trucks, exercising of gate valves, cleaning/jetting of sewer mains, CCTV inspections, smoke testing and flow meter work associated with sewer mains, inspection/cleaning of storage structures, and equipment/vehicle maintenance
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
0-2 years minimum in water or wastewater industry
Strong work ethics
Time management
Written and oral communication skills
Organizational and the ability to work in a team environment
Independent decision making and acceptance of accountability for related actions
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Good mechanical skills
Position requires the ability to lift 75lbs
Computer literacy required
Valid Driver's License and ability to pass motor vehicle background check
Ability to obtain and maintain Class A CDL with an applicable tanker and air brake endorsement
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Card within 6 months of hire or transfer
Ability to obtain and maintain an Illinois IEPA Wastewater Collections Certificate within 2 years of hire or transfer
Benefits
401(k)
Defined Contribution Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Medical
Prescription
Dental and vision coverage
Disability
Paid time off
Life insurance
Voluntary benefits
Health and wellness programs
Company
American Water
American Water is a waste water utility company.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900.57MKey Investors
Water Research Foundation
2024-02-21Grant· $0.57M
2023-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2017-11-29Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
John Griffith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Susan N. Story
President & Chief Executive Officer
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