Utility Person

Description

• Manual digging of valve boxes and curb boxes using shovel and digging bar.
• Measure, cut or otherwise work on materials or objects with great precision.
• Guide pipe sections, valves and fittings into position and holds pieces steady while worker tightens connections.
• Using body members and/or tools or work aids to work, move, guide or place objects or materials in situations where ultimate responsibility for the attainment of standards occurs and selection of appropriate tools, objects or materials and the adjustment of the tools to task requires exercise of considerable judgment.
• Drives vehicles and/or trucks in performance of general job.
• connecting copper and plastic piping.
• Breaks up asphalt and concrete, using pneumatic/gas power tools for trenching and compaction.
• Performs janitorial work, yard maintenance, plumbing work and other light maintenance.
• Operation/repair of valves and fire hydrants.
• Direct the activities of any personnel assigned.
• Perform storeroom procedures as directed
• Use of Company Enterprise Management Systems and other systems to access needed information to perform job responsibilities or input data as required
• Delivers parts and water tankers as required sometimes to other operating areas.
• Use arithmetic or shop geometry to figure amounts of material needed, dimensions to be followed and cost of material.
• Sets up barricades and places safety lights around worksite to protect workers from street traffic.
• Investigates complaints and determines corrective action per Company procedure.
• Perform leak detection activities as directed
• Operating of pneumatic and/or hydraulic boring equipment.
• Tapping into pressurized water mains.
• Installation of repair clamp on pressurized water mains and service lines.
• Accept responsibility for the volume and accuracy of work.

Requirements

• A valid PA driver’s license.
• Three (3) years in construction, plumbing or building trades.
• Knowledge of the Distribution System.
• Use of Computers and other electronic devices.
• Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent to cause marked distraction.
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Having working knowledge of distribution systems.
• Environmental conditions including contact with water, chemicals, fumes, odors, toxic conditions, chemical dusts, dusts or poor ventilation.
• Work reports in proper format, punctuation, spelling and Skillfully use hand tools or machines need for work.
• Skillful use of hand and power tools.
• Completes all necessary forms, sketches and field notes and be knowledgeable of usage of maps and records; both electronic or paper as directed.
• DOT Physical
• DEP License
• Knowledge of Company’s Risk Management Policies, Procedures and Practices.
• Capable of lifting and/or carrying 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Stooping. Kneeling. Crouching. Crawling. Reaching. Handling. Fingering. Feeling.
• Heavy labor associated with utility construction and maintenance.
• Exposure to inclement weather to cause marked bodily discomfort.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance