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Job Description Header: Requisition ID: 110349 Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.We are Beautifully Different.
We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.About American WaterAmerican Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States.
With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.For more information, visit and join American Water on , , and .Job Description Job Title: Truck Driver/Utility Worker - $28.43/hr Posting Start Date: 9/10/26 Job Description: Position Information Posted Range: $28.43/hourThis 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!
Primary Role The Truck Driver/Utility Worker performs a variety of tasks to assist in the efficient and reliable operation, maintenance, protection, and appearance of all pipelines, services, hydrants, valves, and other appurtenances within the distribution system. The role is primarily that of a Utility Worker. The shift for this position is Monday through Friday 7a-3:30p. Key Accountabilities Constantly performs work assigned by supervisor; collects, compiles, and records work data.
Constantly breaks up pavement, using pavement breakers, pry bars, shovels, picks, and other hand tools to dig excavations preparatory to removing and/or repairing pipes. Frequently backfills, tamps, and installs temporary paving, using assorted hand tools and tamping machine. Frequently ensures jobsite is secure prior to leaving. Frequently determines appropriate material, pipe sections, valves, and fittings needed to perform assigned work.
Frequently performs cutting, threading, brazing, soldering, and connecting or adjoining pipe and fittings, as required. Frequently performs taps, as required. Occasionally drives company vehicles including backhoe, as required. Occasionally installs or removes shoring systems, as required. Constantly follows established safety guidelines and procedures. Occasionally performs duties of Laborer, as required.
Performs other duties as assigned. Experience/Education High School graduate or State-recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate. Specific vocational preparation includes an occupationally-significant combination of vocational education, apprentice training, in-plant training, on-the-job training, or essential experi