Utility Worker I - Water/Wastewater

Alliance Water Resources is a growing water and wastewater contract operations company with an open Utility Worker I position in the Winfield, MO area.

About the Job

This 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 of the manager.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm including on call.

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.

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Two years of experience in maintenance and repair of water and wastewater collection, treatment, and distribution facilities;
  • or any equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and write.
• 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 general 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
• Have the ability to work in confined spaces and wear appropriate safety equipment
• Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate and otherwise use small to large hand tools
• Grasp, lift, carry and set down objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift and otherwise move equipment, controls and parts weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Visually assess construction, maintenance and repair needs
• Climb and work from ladders and stairs
• Perform outside work in extreme weather conditions
• Be exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes and/or potentially hazardous chemicals
• Read and comprehend written instructions, job orders, etc.; complete forms and write notices

About Alliance

Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, Alliance Water Resources is a leading provider of professional operations and maintenance services for community water and wastewater systems, serving communities in Missouri and surrounding states. In some communities, Alliance provides high performance full-service management, operations, and maintenance of some of the most sophisticated water and wastewater treatment facilities in the industry. In others, Alliance is demonstrating that highly professional operations and maintenance can often bring water and wastewater systems into full compliance without expensive new facilities. Alliance has proven success with tough regulatory challenges. Without exception, every Alliance contract brings the community's system into compliance.

Alliance Water Resources is committed to on-the-job training and our promote-from-within culture with success traits that embody how we work together to accomplish great things.

Alliance Water Resources offers a competitive compensation package which includes:

• Medical (2 Plans: 1 includes HSA Employer contribution)
• Paid Employee Dental
• Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Employee & Family Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days, & Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match
• Vision Plan
• EAP

Alliance Water Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.