Highlights of the job
We are hiring a Full Time, Permanent position in EPCOR’s Utility Department for Utility Worker I, II, III or IV within Arizona’s Eastern Division reporting to our Fountain Hills office.
Occasionally will be required to travel and work in other areas of our Eastern Division, such as Paradise Valley/Scottsdale, Anthem Tubac and our Colorado River District.
What you’d be responsible for:
Repair and maintain fire hydrants, main line valves, water service lines, water mains, water meters and fittings.Install new water services, conduct water system flushing, water quality sampling, flow testing, and traffic control.Perform preventative maintenance activities, e.g., valve exercising and fire hydrant inspections.Install, maintain, and repair 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 Service Representative, meter reading, and line locating when needed to backfill due to absences.Perform other work as required.Provide assistance to Field Service Representative, meter reading and line locating when needed to backfill due to absences. Performs other work as required.
What’s required to be successful:
High school diploma or equivalent, and a valid Arizona driver’s license with a good driving record.Basic computer literacy required; ability to complete service orders and reports accurately using Microsoft Word, Excel, and customer information systems.Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including related tools, equipment, and safety procedures.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, service orders, maintenance manuals, meters, and charts.Strong physical capability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting up to 70 lbs., working in confined spaces, and tolerating extreme weather conditions.Ability to operate motor vehicles and utility equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, valve exercisers, and mini-vactor units.Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with internal and external customers.Flexibility to work independently and respond to callouts, overtime, weekends, and holiday emergencies.Familiarity with drinking water rules and regulations; ability to perform standardized water quality tests.
Minimum requirements for each level:
Utility Worker-in-Training: Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license with good driving record at time of hire. Class A CDL License required with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date. Must be able to obtain Grade 1 ADEQ certifications in Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections within one year of hire date.
Utility Worker I: Class A CDL License required with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date. One (1) year of qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. Class ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution and Grade 1 Wastewater Collection certifications required or have the ability to obtain within one year of hire date.
Utility Worker II: Class A CDL License required with Tanker & Hazmat endorsements or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date. Two (2) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. ADEQ Grade 2 Water Distribution and Grade 2 Wastewater Collection certifications required or have the ability to obtain within one year of hire date.
Utility Worker III: Four (4) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. ADEQ Grade 3 Water Distribution and Grade 3 Wastewater Collection certifications required.
Utility Worker IV: Five (5) years qualifying work experience in water distribution and wastewater collection field. ADEQ Grade 4 Water Distribution and Grade 4 Wastewater Collection certifications required. Minimum of two (2) years experience as a lead person with supervisory responsibilities, including assistance with performance evaluation and staff development.
Other important facts about this job
As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary, an incentive award program, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage, retirement plan with substantial company contribution, generous time-off schedules, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. We’ve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.
Headquartered in Phoenix, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water, wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. We’re proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.
Please note the following information:
A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.