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American Water Enterprises Utility Mechanic I in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey
Job Description Job Title: Utility Mechanic I Posting Start Date: 4/9/26 Job Description: Primary Role Utility Mechanic in Egg Harbor, NJPosted Range: $30.57/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! The Utility Mechanic I may be assigned to perform any responsibility that lies within the capability of the employee based on experience, knowledge, qualifications, and training.Hours/Shift Must be available to work the following schedule. * Monday-Friday 7:30- 4:00 pm. * Shift will change after 120-day probationary period. * Overtime will be available. Scope of Responsibilities Utility Mechanic I responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: * Coordinate, monitor, and control the safe and efficient utilization of Company equipment and assigned personnel. * Locate, access, operate, and repair Company facilities such as, but not limited to, mains, hydrants, blow-offs, services, curb stops, shutoff valves, plumbing fixtures, clean-outs and sewer openings. * Investigate and diagnose hydraulic variations that may adversely impact system operations and customer service and initiate corrective action. * Perform distribution system tests including, but not limited to, fire flows, customer service lines, pressure losses and electrical continuity. * Complete house-to-house connections at customers' accounts to maintain service. * Locate Company facilities, and in accord with the Underground Facility Program, mark-out Company facilities and initiate requests to mark-out other utilities' facilities and be capable of surveying the mark out prior to working. * Raise to grade Company facilities such as, but not limited to, meter pits, curb and valve boxes, sewer clean-outs and sewer openings. * Operate and repair Company facilities such as, but not limited to, fire hydrants and distribution system valves. * Complete the installation of facilities including, but not limited to, water services, main extensions, fire hydrants, valves, blow-offs, sewer services, and sewer mains in accordance with established electrical bonding practice. * Obtain and record meter readings to insure accurate billing of customers' accounts within established timeframes. * Collect and evaluate process control samples, as directed, in accordance with established water quality and main break practices. * Transport materials to and from Company facilities and/or job sites. * Prepare Company facilities for adverse weather conditions. * Restore service to frozen Company facilities, as required. * Install and/or remove meters. * Turn off or turn on customer water services. * Comply with all training initiatives and directives. * Record pertinent data and maintain accurate records which will be turned in to the Company in a timely manner. Utilization of company systems, software programs, and devices as necessary to perform assigned duties. * Report conditions in the field that may adversely impact customer service or the public safety, as well as conditions that may result in potential damage to Company facilities. * Conduct water loss audits including, but not limited to, pipe and fixture inspections and usage patterns at customers' accounts. * Respond to inquiries accurately and professionally and, when necessary, involve appropriate individuals to resolve customer and Company-related issues and to achieve the highest level of customer service in all areas of responsibility. * Actively monitor, review, acknowledge and respond to (as applicable) all company communications delivered via methods including, but not limited to, company intranet, emails, phone calls, text messages, Microsoft Teams messages, and/or handwritten or printed notes, memos, or reports. * Investigate and document customer side material, which may include visual in-house inspections, to comply with Lead Service Line Replacement Program. * Collect and evaluate process control samples, as directed, in accordance with established water quality and main break practices. Qualifications & Requirements * The Utility Mechanic I must possess geographical knowledTo view the full job description, click hereApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjYwMDI2LjEwNDEyQGFtd2F0ZXJjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ