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Utility Service Technician

Caribou, ME FT/Days Temp-to-Hire Opportunity\ \ Job Description:\ \ Immediate need for a Utility Service Technician in Caribou. This position offers excellent daytime hours, competitive wages, and an attractive benefits package that includes PTO, paid holidays, health insurance and a retirement account. 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday; \$18.00 - \$21.00/hr.\ \ The Utility Service Technician will assist with the repair and maintenance of local water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic and be able to work well both independently and on team-based projects. Previous construction and/or maintenance experience strongly valued.\ \ Responsibilities:

• Inspect, repair, and install water mains, valves, fittings, and meters.
• Perform routine maintenance on fixtures connected to local water and wastewater systems.
• Excavate areas to repair, replace, or install any equipment related to the distribution system.
• Operate and maintain motor vehicles to transport workers, tools, equipment, and supplies to job sites.
• Repair and maintain water valves and fire hydrants.
• Assist in locating water valves and utility lines for maintenance.
• Install and exchange water meters.
• Organize materials for upcoming repair projects.
• Assist with job site cleanup after maintenance and repairs are completed.
• Keep accurate and organized records.
• Assist and support other departments/divisions as needed.
• Be on-call to respond to off-hour emergencies every other weekend.

\ Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Valid Class B driver\'s license or ability to attain Class B license after hire.
• Ability to move/lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Criminal background check, drug testing, and pre-employment physical required.
• Previous utility, maintenance, or construction experience strongly preferred.

\ Schedule: Full-time/Days; must be available to work on-call as needed.\ Pay: \$18.00 - \$21.00/hr.\ \ TEMPO Employment Services is an EEO/AA employer.