Utility Worker 1

Utility Worker 1

MLGW is the nation's largest three-service municipal utility, serving over 440,000 customers representing diverse backgrounds. Since 1939, MLGW has met the utility needs of Memphis and Shelby County residents by delivering reliable and affordable electricity, natural gas, and water service. We provide a full range of customer-oriented services, including a major role in the economic development for our customers. MLGW recognizes that our greatest assets are our employees and value diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for career growth, training, and development. MLGW offers competitive benefits including PTO, pension and 457B retirement plan. We are dedicated to corporate social responsibility through community volunteerism and giving. MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination. The essential job responsibilities of the Utility Worker 1 are to perform entry level semi-skilled duties required in the installation and maintenance of electric, gas and/or water mains/services and associated equipment.

Qualification Requirements: To perform the Utility Worker 1 role, you must:

• Successfully complete Placement/Performance Exercises
• Successfully complete Physical Ability/Fit for Duty Testing
• Have a valid driver's license from state of residence
• Obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License from state of residence within trial or probationary period after entering classification

Physical Working Conditions: Works outside. Subject to inclement weather, traffic, working in proximity of high voltages and hazards of construction work. Subject to emergency work; climbing, balancing, kneeling, bending, pulling, pushing, standing, reaching, heavy lifting/carrying up to 98, stooping, crouching, crawling, working in confined spaces, climbing ladders, feelings, fingering, gripping, hearing, jumping, repetitive motion, seeing, sitting, twisting and walking. Must be able to wear and utilize safety equipment (i.e. ladders, respirator, etc.) in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) standards.

Primary Location: USA-TN-Memphis

Work Locations: SC01 South Service Center 3020 Gill Rd Memphis 38109-2958

Job: Utility Worker

Organization: 0570240 Gas Distribution South

Minimum Salary: 21.01 Midpoint Salary: 23.14