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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, 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 $30 to $34 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 Indexfor 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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Primary Role
Provide general direction and oversight of electrical plans during planning and development of new or renovated plant and lift station projects. Performs other related functions and duties as assigned or as they become apparent and necessary. This position is required to carry out tasks with a minimum of directions. The person must demonstrate a high level of self-motivation and ability to complete jobs with and without help from others.
Key Accountabilities
Responsible for all project electrical work, including but not limited to, installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment, lighting, outlets, switches, wiring motors, motor controls, instrumentation installation and troubleshooting, SCADA system hardware maintenance, start-up testing, control panel maintenance, and power tools.
Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
Coordinates and communicates with project personnel as well as other outside entities to ensure operational reliability and environmental compliance.
Capable of conducting duties in a safe, efficient manner that will insure safety to themselves, co-workers and the public.
Follows Company's Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies.
Reports unsafe conditions.
Participation in the following safety programs plus other safety programs identified by AW:
Respiratory Program
Lock-out Tag-out Program
Bloodborne Pathogen Program
Chlorine Safety Program
Confine Space Program
Fall Protection & Climbing Safety Program
Hazard Communication Program
Hearing Conservation Program
Hot Works Program
Pipe Plug Safety Program
PPE Safety Program
SPPC Program
Knowledge/Skills
Ability to properly utilize precision tools and instruments (electrical test equipment, thermo graphic analysis and vibration equipment).
Ability to properly utilize tools required by the job, including but not limited to, hand tools, power tools.
Capable of written and verbal communication to all necessary entities.
Demonstrates knowledge, ability and understanding of electrical tasks normally associated with water distribution and wastewater collection systems, as well as electro-mechanical related equipment.
Must have a thorough knowledge, understanding and ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics and ladder logic drawings.
Knowledge of and access to electrical commercial and industrial codes as defined by NEC, OSHA, NFPA.
Understands and can operate basic computer software, including RSLogix and RS Link's ladder logic electrical control diagnostic software (Nice to Have).
Has an understanding of computer hardware, SCADA and wiring instruments.
Experience/Education
Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
3-5 years as an electrician working with 480-volt electrical systems.
Must possess a valid, active state driver's license and the ability to pass a motor vehicle background check.
Certification as a licensed electrician desired, but not required as equivalent experience and training can be substituted.
In addition to American Water's pre-employment screenings, this position requires the ability to pass a Department of Defense background check for access to the military installation.
Work Environment
Subject to outdoor/indoor elements and to temperature changes, hot/cold, walking, kneeling standing, lifting, and bending.
Must be able to lift up to 75lbs.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
On-Call - rotating schedule .
Competencies
Champions safety
Customer obsessed
Cultivates innovation
Nimble learning
Drives Results
Collaborates
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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.
