Utility Person

American Water Works Co Inc

Lexington, KY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Boring, Concrete, Corrective Action, Driver's License, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Hydraulic Engineering, On Call, Piping, Pneumatic Tools, Safety/Work Safety, Truck Driver, Vehicle Driving
LOCATION
Lexington, KY
POSTED
19 days ago

Job Description

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Job Title: Utility Person

Posting Start Date: 6/23/26

Job Description:

Hours/Shift

Must be available to work the following schedule.

  • Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM.
  • Possible overtime.
  • Possible on-call rotation.

Primary Role

Responsible for performing a variety of tasks including but not limited to locating, laying, repairing and extending underground water mains and distribution pipes and any other work as assigned by the supervisor.

Key Accountabilities

  • Sets up barricades and places safety lights around work site to protect workers from street traffic.
  • Breaks up asphalt and concrete, using pneumatic power tools for trenching and compaction.
  • Manually digs of valve boxes and curb boxes using shovel and digging bar.
  • Guides pipe sections, valves and fittings into position and holds pieces steady while works tightens connections.
  • Taps into pressurized water mains.
  • Flares and connects copper piping.
  • Installs repair clamp on pressurized water mains and service lines.
  • Operates valves and fire hydrants.
  • Investigates complaints and determines corrective action per Company procedure.
  • Operates pneumatic and/ or hydraulic boring equipment.
  • Completes all necessary forms, sketches and field notes and be knowledgeable of usage of maps and records.
  • Drives vehicles and/or trucks in performance of general job, including housekeeping of vehicles.
  • Conducts work as assigned by the supervisor or crew leader and to assist other personnel as required.

Certifications & Licenses

  • Valid Driver's License and ability to pass motor vehicle background check.

  • DOT Medical Card or the ability to obtain.

  • Ability to obtain Class A CDL after probationary period.

Experience/Education

  • High School diploma or state-recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate.
  • College degree preferred.

Competencies

Champions safety

Collaborates

Cultivates innovation

Customer obsessed

Drives Results

Nimble learning

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About the Company

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American Water Works Co Inc