Water Utility Worker - II / III / IV
Paradise Valley, AZ
Perform water and wastewater skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Also repair and maintain fire hydrants, main line valves, water service lines, water mains, water meters and fittings, installation of new water services, water system flushing, water quality sampling, flow testing, traffic control, and preventative maintenance activities e.g. valve exercising and fire hydrant inspections.
Installation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater collection systems including sewer laterals, mains, taps, main cleaning and clearing blockages, roach control, and raises/lowers/repairs of manholes. Provide assistance to Field Customer Service Representative operations and Line Locator when needed to backfill due to absences.
Must have the following:
- Thorough understanding of water distribution and wastewater collection systems
- Knowledge of and use of tools and equipment used in the water and wastewater field.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, service orders, and maintenance manuals.
- Ability to code time card with up to 50 separate account codes.
- Ability to perform standardized water quality tests; and
- Familiarity with drinking water rules and regulations.
- Ability to keep neat and accurate records and make computer entries.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and regulations and work independently.
- Ability to operate motor vehicles such as dump trucks, backhoes, valve exerciser, mini-vac unit, and similar equipment.
- Strength to lift heavy objects up to 70 pounds.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor in varying climatic conditions.
- Ability to deal effectively and courteously with internal and external customers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH LEVEL:
Utility Worker II: Three (3) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and treatment and wastewater collection/treatment field. ADEQ Grade 2 Water Distribution and Grade 2 Wastewater Collection certifications required. Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Utility Worker III: Four (4) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and treatment and wastewater collection/treatment field. ADEQ Grade 3 Water Distribution and Grade 3 Wastewater Collection certifications required. Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Utility Worker IV: Five (5) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and treatment and wastewater collection/treatment field. ADEQ Grade 4 Water Distribution and Grade 4 Wastewater Collection certifications required. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a lead person is also required. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Class A CDL license with Tanker Endorsement.
EPCOR Water Arizona provides high quality and reliable water and related services to approximately 122,500 water and 52,000 wastewater connections in Arizona (Anthem, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley, Sun City, Sun City Grand, Sun City West, Surprise, Verrado, Youngtown, Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City and Tubac).
If you are a committed Water Utility professional with a desire to be part of a growing, industry leading company, we invite you to learn more about EPCOR Water. At EPCOR Water (USA), you can be part of a dynamic group of individuals committed to supporting our customers’ quality of life and preserving our local environments. To learn more about our organization please visit our website at
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EPCOR Water is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.