Utility Worker
American Water

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Requisition ID: 110069

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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 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.

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Job Description

Job Title: Utility Worker

Posting Start Date: 6/24/26

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Position Information

Posted Range: $29.96/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 Utility Worker position exists to perform a variety of tasks to ensure efficent and reliable operation, maintenance, protection and appearance of all pipelines; services hydrants, valves and other appurtenances.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform all functions of the position in a safe and conscientious manner, with constant regard for the safety of fellow employees and the general public.
• Erect barricades and places safety lights around work sites to protect workers from street traffic; may flag traffic as required.
• Ensure sites are secure before leaving Interprets system maps and field locates water company assets, remove and install water meters.
• Inspects, disassembles, and repairs damaged or malfunctioning control devices of water distribution systems, using hand and/or power tools.
• Breaks up pavement, using air hammer or other tools; manually digs ditches in preparation of laying or removing pipe or service lines; maneuvering pipe sections, valves and fittings in to position.
• Must be able to lift and manuever equipment and materials of varying weights up to 100 lbs.
• Backfills excavations using compaction equipment on dirt, crusted stone and cold-mix; may operate small backhoe.
• Reads meters and ensure readings are properly recorded.
• Inspect meters, valves, hydrants, and pipes to detect leaks or malfunctioning.
• Tighten pipe connections to prevent leaks using wrenches and other hand tools as required.
• Use technology to prepare requisitions and/or reports to appropriately maintain service records.
• May be assigned to perform responsibilities either individually or in conjunction with other employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must basic geographical knowledge of company's service area and must be adaptable to variations in topography and weather conditions.
• Working knowledge of company policies, procedures and safety practices as well as regulations regarding confined spaces.

Experience/Education

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess the ability to operate company equipment and vehicles necessary for completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Must possess 5 years of experience as a Utility Worker.

Work Environment

• Typical outdoor work environment.

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Drives Results

Nimble learning

Collaborates

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