What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Technician in Training position at Nexus Water Group?
Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.
Overview
Join our team at Louisiana Water Utilities, a leading water utility dedicated to providing excellent service to our community. The Field Technician performs routine checks of water and / or wastewater treatment systems; responsible for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local rules / regulations. Assist in all areas of operations, maintenance, and customer service as needed for all facility systems within the company.
What We Offer
- 401k Company Match : 100% of the first 4% of your eligible compensation contributed to the Plan
- Vacation Accrual : Starting at 3 weeks per year
- Holidays : 10 company-paid holidays per year
- Floating Time : 16 hours of paid floating time per year
- Additional Benefit Plans include Medical, Dental, Vision, Company-Paid Life Insurance and more
- Training, Professional Certifications, and Education Allowance
What You'll Do
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position will be willing and able to perform the following duties and others as assigned :
What You'll Bring
Education
H.S. Diploma or GED in General
Certifications
LDH Water Operator License
Driver's License
Skills
Must possess general procedures for installing, maintaining, and replacing water and wastewater services; safety hazards, procedures, and equipment used when working on or near underground utility lines; tools, equipment, materials, and supplies needed for installing, maintaining, and repairing water and wastewater lines.
Work Experience
1 year of directly related experience in water and / or wastewater system operations, maintenance, customer service, and prefer experience operating back-hoe and / or track-hoe equipment.
Work Environment
Field Based Role
We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.
We are an E-Verify participating employer.
