Field Maintenance Technician

Field Maintenance Technician in Woodridge, Illinois Posted Range: $33.50/hour This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally! Perform J.U.L.I.E. locates. Perform b-box and valve inspections and maintenance/exercising, fire hydrant flushing inspections, leak detection, reads, tests, and/or installs water meters when needed and performs customer service functions when needed. Work with utility crews and customers performing various water and sewer utility repairs, maintenance, installs, and a high level of customer service/awareness. This includes working on main breaks, sanitary sewer backups, and jet flushing sewers. Willingness to perform any and all job related functions when needed. Maintain and keep equipment in proper and safe operating condition. Complete required paperwork and investigations. Information must be accurate, complete, detailed, and on time. Works with teams or alone to complete assigned projects on time. Operate various heavy equipment and vehicles such as dump trucks, water pumps, jackhammers, sewer jet cleaning, vacuum, equipment, tv equipment, etc. Effectively operate various equipment such as line locators, metal locators, pressure gauges, sawz all, augers, b-boxkeys, and valve insertion machines. Hours/Shift Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of, and ability to use, basic computer/field laptops and programs. Knowledge of sewer repair, rehab, replacement and maintenance preferred. Experience/Education The ability to perform mathematical calculations related to the job with accuracy, and the ability to communicate effectively with external and internal customers. Class A CDL with an air break endorsement or the ability to obtain. Ability to read, install and test water meters. Ability to walk routes and use meter reading equipment. Ability to effectively operate, adjust and repair b-box, hydrants and value boxes. Other Ability to physically perform manual labor including working overtime when required. #J-18808-Ljbffr