Job Description

Requisition ID: 108521 

 

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! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.

 

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 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.

As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.

American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.

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Position Information

Posted Range: 

$43.27/hour

This 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 Operator-Maintenance Mechanic may be assigned to perform any responsibility that lies within the capabilities of the employee based on experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training.

Qualifications and Requirements

• The Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II must possess a working knowledge of all facets of water treatment operations including hydraulic, chemical, and electrical equipment and processes, in addition to a thorough understanding of the distribution system network including, but not limited to, gradients, capacities, interconnections, mapping, service territory and facility locations, to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the water treatment facility and related appurtenances.
• The individual must possess a working knowledge of Company policies, procedures, and safety practices, as well as state and federal regulations applicable to area of responsibility including, but not limited to, TCPA and OSHA, and will be required to become a certified Emergency Responder Technician.
• The Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II must be capable of operating equipment and vehicles necessary for the completion of assignments and must possess and maintain a valid New Jersey Drivers’ License.
• The  Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II will be required to pass a qualification examination developed by the Company prior to the conclusion of the qualification period and must obtain a T-1 License and then a T-2 License in accord with the educational and operational criteria established by the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the union contract.
• The individual will also be required to pass an initial and annual TCPA and OSHA medical examination and must be able to perform the essential functions and meet the physical requirements for Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II.

Scope of Responsibilities

Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform job tasks, activities, and responsibilities of the Systems Operator and Operator-Maintenance Mechanic I.
• Perform and/or assist with repairs to, and the maintenance of, equipment and facilities, such as chemical pump cleaning, piping repairs and modifications, cleaning and painting of equipment and structures, machinery lubrication, pump adjustment, equipment analysis and data collection, vibration, temperature, and electrical readings, and analytical water testing equipment.
• Assist in all phases of production facilities’ operation, as required.
• The Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II may be assigned to work all or a portion of scheduled hours at any production facility.

Advancement

The Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II may advance to System Operator when a vacancy is posted and provided the individual meets the qualifications and requirements for System Operator.

Hours of Work

Operational Schedule:
Employees in the System Operator, and Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II classifications shall work rotating shifts of twelve (12) hours, and work in each eight (8) week period four (4) weeks of thirty-six (36) hours and four (4) weeks of forty-eight (48) hours according to posted schedules at various work locations. Shift hours will be 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Notification Requirements

• In cases of an emergency or unexpected vacancy, the Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II’s schedule may be changed with 8 hours’ notice.
• In all other instances, the Operator-Maintenance Mechanic II’s schedule may be changed with 30 days’ notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma is required. Some college is preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to float between two plants: Neptune and Colt's Neck
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, shovel, sweep, walk and climb status.
• Ability to safely operate company motor vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors under all weather conditions including summer heat.
• Ability to use computer/mobile devices tools to analyze and report plant data .

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Nimble learning

Drives Results

Collaborates

 

 

Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing ™

 

American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Job Tags

Contract work, Work experience placement, Summer work, Local area, Shift work, Rotating shift,

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