Distribution Technician

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within our eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front lines working with customers, to scientists and engineers who help ensure we’re delivering reliable water and wastewater services to our communities. If you’re looking for a rewarding career helping improve our environment and protect our natural resources, we encourage you to join our team!

About Essential Utilities Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.

We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S. GENERAL FUNCTION: The Utility Technician position performs a wide variety of tasks necessary, but not limited to, work involved in the Distribution Department, and the installation and maintenance of distribution system piping, valves, hydrants, services, and appurtenances.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Operate and maintain water distribution system facilities, such as water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines, etc. Operates and performs maintenance on all equipment and vehicles used in the maintenance of the water system. Uses tablet/computer to receive and process work orders and email. Performs housekeeping duties as assigned. Satisfactorily meets internal and external customer requirements.

Be physically capable of lifting up to 100 lbs. Proper use and maintenance of tools, and equipment. Responsible for the operation and proper maintenance of vehicles assigned. Noting and reporting unusual conditions in the distribution system. Must be available for emergency work after regular working hours and weekends and for scheduled overtime. All other duties as assigned and capable of increasing skills with experience and proper instruction.

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL OR REGISTRATION QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a high school diploma or the GED equivalent at time of hire. Must hold a valid U.S. driver’s license at time of hire. Must hold valid Commercial Driver’s License or be capable of acquiring one within six months from date of hire. Aqua may require applicant to pass reasonable tests—oral, written or practical—to determine his/her qualifications.

Must have a satisfactory work record (no more than one disciplinary occurrence within the last three years). Must meet the physical qualifications established for this position. Must hold a Class E Distribution License – issued by the Pennsylvania DEP or obtain one within 2 years as specified in the bargaining unit agreement. Must hold competent person certification or obtain within one year. REPORTING LEVEL :  Distribution/Service Manager The starting rate of pay is $30.79 per hour.## *Employees hired or entering the bargaining unit after 5/1/13 will initially receive a $3.00/hr.

less than the applicable rate for all positions held or worked. The reduced starting wage shall be increased by $1.00/hr. each year until the employee is paid the full wage rate. Existing union employees of the Shenango Division who bid on this position will have their pay rates determined by the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement that is in effect as of the date of this posting. Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmat