Title: Junior Apprentice Technician (Water Transmission and Distribution)

Location: Cedar Knolls, NJ (On-site)

Status: Full Time (40 hours), Non-exempt (Entry-Level)

Salary: $48,473.87 Annually Overtime

PLEASE SEE THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION SUBMISSION DETAILS AT OUR WEBSITE: smcmua.org/careers.htm

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience, Comprehensive Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision), PTO including vacation, sick, and other forms of PTO, Pension Supplementary Retirement benefits, 457b option, Tuition Reimbursement/paid training, FSA, Life insurance (waiting periods may apply).

Job Description Scope:

Our candidate of choice will be responsible for performing various manual and maintenance assignments in the Operations Division including assignments in the Distribution, Treatment, Fleet Maintenance, and Facility Maintenance sub-divisions. This is an entry-level position with successive opportunities for promotion.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Renders services to provide potable water.

2. Demonstrated a high level of customer service by Authority standards.

3. Operate related vehicles and equipment such as snowplows, cranes, vacuum systems, valve operating equipment and tow equipment, trailers, etc.

4. Use various hand tools.

5. Use various power tools and equipment.

6. Load, unload, and lift supplies, equipment, etc.

7. Clean and sweep streets and sidewalks.

8. Sort, pile, and clean salvageable brick, stone, lumber, and metal work.

9. Dig trenches and manually grade grounds.

10. Collect rubbish and other refuse.

11. Tree trimming and removal.

12. Cut grass; rake lawns; trim hedges, lawns, brush, and trees.

13. Remove poisonous and non-poisonous underbrush, foliage, vines, and weeds.

14. Shovel snow, dirt, gravel, sand, and other miscellaneous debris.

15. Operate snow removal and salting equipment to keep roads, parking lots, driveways, etc. clear and safe.

16. Assist with the maintenance, inspection, and repair of treatment and pumping/storage equipment, tanks, pumps, processes, industrial controls, and other related treatment and pumping/storage equipment and facilities.

17. Assist with the operation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of distribution mains, service lines, fire hydrants, valves, valve boxes, curb boxes, pavement, meters, and other related distribution equipment and facilities.

18. Assist with the maintenance, inspection, and repair of Authority buildings and grounds; such as changing of light bulbs, cleaning, painting, grass cutting, hedge trimming, snow/ice removal, and related assignments.

19. Basic maintenance, inspection, and repair of Authority vehicles and equipment; such as changing light bulbs, windshield wipers, fluid, and lubrication addition, changing of tires, changing batteries, and related assignments. Performs related and other duties, as assigned.

20. Performs related and other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• U.S accredited high school diploma or equivalent.
• NJ Basic driver’s license (required)
• NJ Commercial Driver’s License, Class B with air brake endorsement (preferred, permit required within 6-month probationary period)

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Ability to read, write and understand English so that involved and complicated instructions and technical texts can be read and understood, and legible written records can be produced and maintained.
• Ability to understand, remember and carry out oral and written directions; to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and demonstrations; to deal knowledgeably and courteously with co-workers, customers, and the general public.
• Entry-level experience in the operation, maintenance, and/or repair of motors, pumps, hydrants, valves, or other similar equipment in water, wastewater, or industrial applications and/or related experience such as that obtained by serving in the United States military.
• Ability to utilize information technology to perform the functions of this position.
• Working harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and the public.
• Maintain an understanding and satisfactory compliance with the SMCMUA policies, procedures, practices, processes, and essential functions required for the position.

Company Description:

In 1977, the Governing Bodies of Morristown, Morris Township, Morris Plains, and Hanover Township (the Creating Municipalities) passed parallel ordinances creating The Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (SMCMUA). SMCMUA provides high-quality drinking water to customers in Morristown, Morris Township, Morris Plains, and Hanover Township with some service in Mendham Township and Harding Township, and to certain customers and municipalities outside its District in Morris County, New Jersey. On a typical day, about 100,000 people rely on SMCMUA's commitment to high quality for their drinking water needs.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

SMCMUA prohibits discrimination based on the following protected categories: race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, and disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,291.64 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person