Insulation Worker jobs in Bridgeport, CT

Aquarion Water Company is the public water supply company for more than 750,000 people in 72 cities and towns throughout Connecticut, as well as serving customers in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

It is the largest investor-owned water utility in New England and among the seven largest in the U.S. Based in Bridgeport, CT, it has been in the public water supply business since 1857.

Across its operations, Aquarion strives to act as a responsible steward of the environment and to assist the communities it serves in promoting sustainable practices.

Aquarion Water Company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eversource.

Job Summary

A position is available in Aquarion Water Company of Connecticut’s Eastern Division Distribution Department for a Utility Worker.

Applicant will be responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, and the operation of company-owned distribution systems.

A minimum of three years experience in field service, distribution or related field is required. The applicant must also meet the following minimum requirements;

have a high school diploma, a valid Commercial Driver’s license in the State of CT, strong customer service orientation and strong mechanical skills.

Must understand and be able to interpret distribution maps, tap cards and engineering drawings. Position will primarily report to the Eastern Division.

Principal Responsibilities

Operate equipment such as jackhammers, gate machines, pumps, flushing tubes, leak correlating equipment, tapping machines, data collection tools, pipe locating tools, utility trucks and trailers.

Must be highly responsive to resolving customer complaints regarding leakage, up to and including emergency repairs.

Perform fire flow tests using Pitometer equipment and calculate flows. Must have good computer skills.

Maintain all tools, comply with company safety rules, and perform other or lesser skilled duties as assigned including meter reading.

May participate on the Distribution Department standby roster.

Education / Certifications

Requires CT Motor Vehicle License. A good driving record (DMV check required).

License & Certifications : Shall obtain a CT DI Distribution Operator Certification within 24 months ; then shall obtain a CT DII Distribution Operator certification within 36 months ;

then shall obtain a CT DIII Distribution Operator certification within 60 months , and upon such DIII certification will receive a pay upgrade and will be eligible for a standby rotation.

Salary

This position is classified as a Grade 8, with a rate range that has a training wage of $38.69 / hr.

Successful candidate will move through Step 1 through 9 of the range at 6-month intervals with satisfactory performance to the maximum salary.

Upon attainment of a Class III Distribution certification, employee will progress to Grade 9 wage range.

Aquarion Water Company is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Last updated : 2024-04-23