Requisition ID: 110032
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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.
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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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Position Information
Posted Range: $31.36/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 Laborer assists in the efficient and reliable operation, maintenance, protection, and appearance of all pipelines, services hydrants, valves, and other appurtenances within the distribution system.
Key Accountabilities
- Assists in locating appropriate valves at customer's home or establishment and turns valves to permit flow or discontinuance of water using various hand tools.
- Breaks up pavement using pavement breakers, pry bars, shovels, picks and other hand tools to dig excavations preparatory to removing and or repairing pipe.
- Tightens pipe connections to prevent leaks using wrenches and various hand tools. Uses miscellaneous equipment including but not limited to pry bars, shovels, picks, hand tools, and valve keys. Backfills, tamps, and installs temporary paving using assorted hand tools.
- Ensures job site is secure prior to leaving.
- Performs cutting, threading, brazing, soldering, and connecting or adjoining pipe and fittings as required.
- Drives Company vehicles as required.
- Installs taps; installs or removes shoring systems as required.
- Changes meters found to be stopped or defective.
- Miscellaneous work such as washing vehicles, painting, mowing, etc.
- Follows established safety guidelines and procedures.
Experience/Education
- High School Diploma or GED
- Successful completing of 1 month on the job training.
Certifications and Licenses
- Valid drivers license is required.
- CDL Class A preferred.
- Must be able to obtain DOT medical certification.
Work Environment
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
- The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechnical aprts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud requiring hearing protection.