What are the responsibilities and job description for the UTILITY MECHANIC position at American Water?
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About American Water
American Water (NYSE : AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Waters 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the companys national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $30 to $34 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities. American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Indexfor the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barrons 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agencys WaterSense Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. _
Primary Role
May be assigned to perform any responsibility that lies within the capability of the employee based on experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training. _
Key Accountabilities
Coordinate, monitor, and control the safe and efficient utilization of Company and valve operating equipment and assigned personnel.
Locate, access, operate, and repair Company facilities such as, but not limited to, mains, hydrants, blow-offs, services, curb stops, shutoff valves, and plumbing fixtures.
Investigate and diagnose hydraulic variations that may adversely impact system operations and customer service, and initiate corrective action.
Perform distribution system tests, including but not limited to, fire flows, Customer service lines, and pressure losses.
Complete house-to-house connections at customers' accounts to maintain service.
Locate Company facilities, and in accord with the Underground Facility Program, mark-out company facilities and initiate requests to mark-out other utilities' facilities.
Raise to grade Company facilities such as, but not limited to, meter hoods, tiles and covers and curb and valve boxes.
Operate and repair Company facilities such as, but not limited to, fire hydrants and distribution system valves.
Complete the installation of facilities, including but not limited to, water services, main extensions, fire hydrants, valves, and any other T&D Crew work.
Collect and evaluate water samples, as directed, in accord with established water quality practices.
Transport materials to and from facilities and / or job sites. In emergencies, autonomously obtain material from storeroom or yard.
Prepare Company facilities for adverse weather conditions.
Restore service to frozen Company facilities, as required.
Record pertinent data and maintain accurate records.
Report conditions in the field that may adversely impact Customer Service or the public safety, as well as conditions that may result in damage to Company facilities.
Respond to inquiries accurately and professionally and, when necessary, involve the appropriate individuals to resolve customer and Company-related issues and to achieve the highest level of Customer Service in all areas of responsibility.
Other responsibilities as assigned. _
Knowledge / Skills
Knowledge :
Must possess geographical knowledge of the Companys service area and distribution system, as well as an understanding of gradients, piping networks, basic fluid and flow principles, and basic electrical theory and related safety procedures.
Capable of interpreting diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and maps.
Must have working knowledge of :
Company policies and procedures and safety practices, as well as state and federal regulations regarding confined spaces, trenching and shoring, and Competent Person.
Various materials utilized in the transmission and distribution system and possess the ability to properly and safely make necessary taps, restraints, and repairs to insure the integrity of the transmission and distribution system.
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants
based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
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