Utility Worker I

Alliance Water Resources is a growing water and wastewater contract operations company with an open Utility Worker position in the Inez, KY area.

The Utility Worker I position is responsible for inspecting, sampling, maintenance, and repair activities of drinking water treatment and/or wastewater facilities and equipment.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm with On-Call and Standby hours

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems.
• Conducts periodic rounds of assigned facilities to monitor plant operations, evaluate equipment performance, investigate equipment problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action as directed.

• Performs a variety of maintenance and repair work on water and/or wastewater plant equipment such as pumps, meters, lab equipment, lift stations, sewer lines, manholes and/or water wells, water mains, valves, hydrants, boosters, other service lines, streets and/or parks; assists in repair of vehicles and/or other public works facilities and equipment.

• Assists or performs preventive maintenance and repair on assigned water, wastewater, streets and/or grounds maintenance related equipment including mechanical and electrical equipment to ensure proper and safe operations.

• Performs preventive cleaning of collection systems using jetters, cables and rod machines; provides maintenance and repair on blocked systems.

• Installs new and repaired equipment as directed; performs inspections of equipment according to directions.

• Follows safety rules set by company, state and federal regulations which may include participating in safety meetings, inspecting equipment, assisting and/or advising co-workers of possible safety hazards.

• Assists in location of water and sewer mains and manholes.

• Assists in the installation of water line services.

• Assists in the inspection of new installations of water and sewer lines and appurtenances, new water and wastewater facilities, streets and/or grounds maintenance facilities.

• Cleans and maintains facilities, equipment, and tools, and performs grounds work such as yard repairs, mowing, trimming, and painting as directed.
• Maintains records of corrective and preventive maintenance according to set procedures.
• Completes assigned paperwork including work orders and the recording of test results according to set procedures.

• Assists in ordering supplies and equipment as directed or required; maintains inventory according to procedures.

• High School diploma or GED
• A valid driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record

• Mechanically inclined

• Willing team player

• Ability to learn and grasp new concepts quickly

• Ability to adjust quickly to varying tasks that can come up during the workday

Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, Alliance Water Resources is a leading provider of professional operations and maintenance services for community water and wastewater systems, serving communities in Missouri and surrounding states. Alliance has proven success with tough regulatory challenges. Without exception, every Alliance contract brings the community's system into compliance.

Alliance Water Resources offers a competitive compensation package which includes:

• Medical and Dental
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days, & Holidays
• 401K/Profit Sharing
• Vision Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus Program for Water and Wastewater Certification

Alliance Water Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.