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

About the Job

This is a non-supervisory position. The Utility Worker I position is responsible for inspecting, sampling, maintenance, and repair activities of water treatment and/or wastewater facilities and equipment.

Essential Functions

This list of duties and responsibilities is not comprehensive and may be redefined depending on business and operational needs:

• 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.

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 Grade III MO Water and Wastewater Treatment I Certification or ability to obtain 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.

Required Qualifications

• Possess Grade III Water and Wastewater Treatment I Certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification within 6 months of date of hire.
• A valid motor vehicle driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CDL driver's license
• Water Distribution Certification or ability to obtain within first 6 months.

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.

We've Got You Covered

Alliance Water Resources offers a competitive compensation package which includes:

• Medical and Dental

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days, & Holidays

• 401K/Profit Sharing

• Vision Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

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.