Utility Technician

Company: Veolia
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description About Veolia North America A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water, and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has approximately 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com. Job Description Position Purpose: This is a field position with a focus on construction, maintenance and repairs. This position also involves backhoe and heavy truck operation. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: This position requires planning and leadership skills to complete all situations encountered in utility operations. The individual reports to the superintendent who assigns the work to be done. The Utility Tech is given many tasks that usually require building or maintenance activities. This person must be good using tools. In addition to operating equipment it is desired that the person be knowledgeable in the maintenance and repair of the equipment he/she uses. The Utility Tech is often assigned to inspect new water main installations, which means he/she must be familiar with all standards of construction. The Utility Tech must be familiar with all aspects of OSHA safety regulations and must work in a manner approved by OSHA at all times. The safety of the job site is directly under the oversight of the Utility Tech. The current incumbent is a skilled welder, which is an asset to UWCT but not a requirement of the position. The Utility Tech must perform many tasks that require lifting and prolonged physical exertion. The person should be capable of lifting at least 75 pounds to their waist. The current Utility Tech is also a skilled plumber. Some knowledge of plumbing is a plus for future incumbents. Planning and organizing so as to perform construction and repair activities w/out supervision. Leadership skills to direct subordinates. Qualifications Education/Experience/Background: High School Diploma/GED is required. Experience in operating backhoes and heavy trucks. Previous plumbing or water utility experience is a plus. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Backhoe operation. Required Certification/Licenses/Training: Must posses a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Must obtain Competent Person training and certification. Must obtain a Class II Transmission & Distribution Operator certificate. Must obtain a Cross Connection Inspector certificate (Optional). Additional Information Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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