Pennsylvania Water Environment Association
Job Board Title:
Entry Level Utility Worker
Post Date
9/24/2026
Expiration Date
10/9/2026
Details:
The Authority of the Borough of Charleroi is now accepting resumes to fill two positions within the Authority. The successful candidate will be assigned to either the Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant or the Distribution Department.
Example of Duties
-Assists in or performs a variety of cleaning, maintenance and repair work on water/wastewater equipment, systems, vehicles and tools as needed.
-Drives and operates assigned vehicles as needed to provide effective and safe services to customers.
-Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs water distribution or wastewater collection system facilities.
-Installs, repairs, and replaces water mains, valves, service lines, and hydrants or sewer lines and manholes.
-Monitors SCADA system and interpret data used for the operation of the Water or Wastewater Plant and Distribution System.
-Communicates with customers to satisfy customer inquiries and complaints.
-Performs restoration work including, but not limited to, concrete, asphalt, and landscape.
Qualifications:
-Possess a high school diploma or GED. Post-secondary education or trade school is preferred but not a requirement.
-Obtain proper certification from the PA DEP for job position (Candidates already possessing a Water or Wastewater certification are preferred)
-Must pass a controlled substance test (drug and alcohol) and have a clear criminal history.
-Possesses a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
-Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other employees, customers, contractors and others.
-Ability to perform heavy labor, including but not limited to, standing, bending, reaching, digging, walking long distances, and climbing ladders.
-Ability to lift, move, and carry equipment weighing up to 100 lbs.
-Ability to understand the operation of pumps, valves, motors, and other mechanical equipment related to operations and maintenance.
-Ability to learn on the job, organize and complete daily paperwork, read and understand written and verbal instructions and daily work orders.
Comments:
Work Environment
-Exposure to inclement weather at times.
-Work may occur in confined spaces as well as in elevated areas more than 50 feet.
-Exposure to hazardous chemicals and environments at the Treatment Plants.
-Night and weekend callouts for emergency repairs.
-Shift work at the Water Treatment Plant to provide 24-hour coverage.
-Weekend at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The Authority of the Borough of Charleroi is an Equal Opportunity Provider
Employer:
The Authority of the Borough of Charleroi
Contact:
Chad Warfield
Address:
Mailing Address
PO Box 211
Charleroi, PA 15022
Physical Address
3 McKean Avenue
Charleroi, PA 15022
Work Phone:
724-483-3585
Fax:
724-483-4827
Email:
chadwarfield@abcwater.org
Website:
abcwater.net
Position Title:
Utility Worker
PO Box 796, Harrisburg, PA 17108
Email: pwea@pwea.org
Phone: 717-642-9500
Fax: 717-303-5219
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