Employment Opportunities
If you know how to work as part of a unique team, build relationships and have fun, Easton Utilities is the place for you! As an employee in one of our divisions - Electric, Gas, Water, Wastewater, Cable, Internet, Engineering or Customer Service - you'll receive training and the support you need to build your career. We offer competitive wages and an excellent benefit package.
WHO WE ARE
Easton Utilities is a community-owned, not-for-profit utility and telecommunications company serving the Town of Easton and surrounding areas. We deliver electricity, natural gas, water, wastewater, cable and internet services with reliability, competitive pricing, and a strong focus on excellence. Our team is made up of skilled, customer-focused professionals who take pride in maintaining and improving essential infrastructure while using the latest technology and working collaboratively to support the people and businesses in our region. At Easton Utilities, you’ll find opportunities to grow, learn, and build a meaningful career where your work directly impacts the quality of life in our community.
COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
At Easton Utilities, safety is more than just a priority, it is a way of life. We are committed to ensuring safety is at the forefront of everything we do. We encourage a culture where every employee is empowered to work safely, speak up, and follow best practices so that each person returns home healthy and whole every day. We uphold rigorous safety standards, provide training, enforce proper protective equipment usage, and continuously review and improve our procedures. Integrity, commitment, and excellence guide not just our service to customers, but also how we protect our most valuable asset—our people.
Current Openings:
Easton Utilities is currently seeking motivated and dependable individual to join the Civil Engineer job family. The ideal candidate will be skilled and experienced in performing engineering functions on utilities projects and have a strong work ethic that portrays Easton Utilities core values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence.
For placement at the Civil Engineer I position:
ANNUAL SALARY: $92,742.00 or higher depending upon experience and credentials
JOB OBJECTIVE: To perform engineering functions for Easton Utilities’ projects including planning, design and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities. This is a full-time, exempt position.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have construction experience, preferably in all utility departments.
- Must have project administration skills including public relations, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Four-year college degree from an ABET accredited Engineering college and EIT required.
- Must have PE within five years of hire.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have the physical capabilities to be actively involved in construction projects.
- Must wear proper PPE at all times.
Job Family and Hiring Ranges:
Candidates may qualify for placement within the Water & Wastewater Facilities Operator job family based on experience and PE License.
Civil Engineer II: Starting annual salary at $111,291 or higher depending on experience
Senior Engineer: Starting annual salary at $121,914 or higher depending on experience
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume.
Easton Utilities is currently seeking to fill the position of Industrial Electrician. The ideal candidate will be skilled and experienced in performing electrical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting on utility systems and equipment. They should demonstrate technical proficiency, safety awareness, and a strong work ethic that reflects Easton Utilities’ core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence.
For placement at Industrial Electrician I:
Hiring Range: $25.80/hr. or higher depending upon experience and qualifications)
JOB OBJECTIVE: To maintain electrical equipment at Power Plants, Substations, Pump Stations, Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Wells, Solar Arrays, and other Easton Utilities Commission (EUC) facilities. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with on-call requirements. NOTE: Candidates with experience with electrical system maintenance and troubleshooting preferred.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to work under general supervision on assigned tasks such as cleaning, inspecting, repairing, maintaining, and installing electrical equipment.
- Adhere strictly to instructions, safety protocols, and established procedures while performing all tasks.
- Provide support during electrical outages, generator startups, and emergency situations, including adverse weather conditions.
- Work safely at heights on ladders, towers, lifts, and similar structures.
- Maintain a high standard of reliability, punctuality, and job attendance.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must be part of an on-call rotation.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to kneel, squat, climb, sit, stand, lift, pull, and carry equipment.
- Capable of performing in noisy environments and extreme weather conditions, including exposure to engine room noise and heat.
- Must always wear proper PPE.
For placement at Industrial Electrician II:
Hiring Range: $30.96/hr. or higher depending upon experience and qualifications)
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Thorough working knowledge of electricity and electronics, or equivalent electrical and electronics training.
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electronic schematics.
- Experience troubleshooting complex motor controls, automation controls, thermal couples, and VFDs.
- Knowledge of electrical tools, such as digital multimeters and power supplies.
- Available to provide technical support during electrical outages, generator startups, and weather-related emergencies.
- Familiar with the NEC, NETA, NFPA 70 B and NFPA 70 E standards.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Certification in electrical technology, journeyman electrical license, or at least four years of related electrical experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to kneel, squat, climb, sit, stand, lift, pull, and carry equipment.
- Capable of performing in noisy environments and extreme weather conditions, including exposure to engine room noise and heat.
- Must always wear proper PPE.
For placement at Industrial Electrician III:
Hiring Range: $33.92/hr. or higher depending upon experience and qualifications)
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
- In-depth understanding of the installation, testing, and calibration of electrical equipment and systems, such as motors, pumps, VFDs, circuit breakers, transformers, metering, and transducers at power plants, substations, and other Easton Utilities locations.
- Knowledge to test and calibrate electrical equipment, protective relaying, metering, and transducers at the power plants and substations.
- Ability to troubleshoot PLCs, and SCADA systems.
- Knowledge of substation maintenance to install, calibrate, maintain, and evaluate systems and equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, switches, capacitors, regulators, battery banks and other related equipment.
- Experienced perform switching, grounding, and clearing of substation equipment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Degree in electrical technology, master electrical license, or at least seven years of related electrical experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to kneel, squat, climb, sit, stand, lift, pull, and carry equipment.
- Capable of performing in noisy environments and extreme weather conditions, including exposure to engine room noise and heat.
- Must always wear proper PPE.
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume.
Easton Utilities is currently seeking motivated and dependable individual to join the Electrical Engineer job family. The ideal candidate will have the aptitude and experience to gain expertise in operations of our power plants and electric systems and exemplify a strong work ethic that portrays Easton Utilities core values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence.
For Placement at Electrical Engineer II:
HIRING RANGE: Annual Salary of $111,291 or higher depending upon experience and credentials
JOB OBJECTIVE: Design, coordinate and test new electrical utility installations. Support existing generation, transmission and distribution infrastructure and provide future electrical assessments. Write specifications for electrical purchases and assist in the repair of electrical facilities when needed.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum four (4) year experience in power plant, transmission and distribution electric system design and operation.
- Maryland Professional Engineer License required.
- Good communications skills to effectively work with department employees as well as internal and external customers.
- Must be able to assist when needed with restoration efforts in extreme weather conditions.
- Familiarity with equipment rated to 69KV, including outdoor substations and medium voltage switchgear.
- Knowledge of power generators operating on liquid and gaseous fuel including reciprocating and combustion turbine prime movers.
- Knowledge of Protective relay’s, PLC and SCADA control systems required.
- Proficient in NESC and NFPA codes and standards.
- A valid driver’s license.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- Maryland Professional Engineer License required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have the physical capabilities to be actively involved in construction projects.
- Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.
- Must wear proper PPE as required.
Job Family and Hiring Ranges:
Candidates may qualify for placement within the Electrical Engineer job family based on experience and certifications.
Supervisor of Electric Design & Inspection (EIT): Annual Salary starting at $101,595 or higher depending on experience.
Supervisor of Electric Engineering, Design & Inspection (PE): Annual Salary starting at $111,291 or higher depending on experience.
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume.
Easton Utilities is currently seeking motivated and dependable individual to join the Water & Wastewater Facilities Operator job family. Candidate should be eager to learn, possess strong mechanical aptitude, and demonstrate a commitment to safety, teamwork, and environmental responsibility.
JOB OBJECTIVE: Perform operation and maintenance (O&M) tasks at the water supply, storage and treatment facilities, wastewater pumping stations, and enhanced nutrient removal (ENR) wastewater treatment facility in order to provide superior quality water and wastewater services to the customer, protect the public health and water environment, maintain the infrastructure, and comply with all State and Federal regulations. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with on-call requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Prior experience at a water treatment or wastewater treatment facility is a plus.
- Employee must have basic computer skills, mechanical aptitude, good verbal communication skills, and ability to work well as part of a team.
- The job involves O&M of industrial equipment including but not limited to pumps and blowers, electric motors, motor control systems, mechanical screens, grinders, mixers, conveyors, mechanical drives, electronic sensors & meters, compressors, sand filters, water and wastewater tanks, sludge centrifuge and dryer, ultraviolet disinfection, chemical feed systems, valves, samplers, delicate analytical laboratory and in-situ equipment, SCADA system / computers, etc. In addition, O&M of mobile equipment (tractors, light trucks, etc.) and associated implements are required.
- Activities include a combination of indoor and outdoor work.
- Must currently possess or be willing and able to obtain the Water Treatment 3 Certification within 20 months of employment and the Wastewater Treatment 5A Certification within 32 months of employment.
- A valid driver’s license.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Job involves entering and working in permit required confined spaces, driving, lifting, bending, digging, and climbing steps and ladders in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to pass DOT physical.
- Must have sufficient pulmonary function to wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
- Must wear proper PPE at all times.
JOB FAMILY AND HIRING RANGES:
Candidates may qualify for placement within the Water & Wastewater Facilities Operator job family based on experience and certifications.
- Apprentice Operator I – Starting at $23.55/hr. or higher depending on experience
- Apprentice Operator II – Starting at $25.80/hr. or higher depending on experience
- Operator I – Starting at $28.27/hr. or higher depending on experience
- Operator II – Starting at $30.96/hr. or higher depending on experience
- Senior Operator I – Starting at $33.92/hr. or higher depending on experience
- Senior Operator II – Starting at $37.16/hr. or higher depending on experience
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume.
Easton Utilities is currently seeking an Easton Velocity Technical Support Trainee.
HIRING RANGE: $19.65/hr. or higher depending upon experience
JOB OBJECTIVE: Provide Easton Utilities Internet and cable customers with consistent and dependable technical support. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a rotating schedule.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have well developed analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work under continual deadlines with exceptional attention to details.
- Must successfully complete Jones/NCTI Customer Service course within 6 months of start date.
- Must successfully demonstrate the ability to verbally support cable TV, internet, and voice customers to resolve issues.
- Familiarity with Windows, Mac, Android, iOS operating systems, associated email clients and working knowledge of VoIP, is a plus.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with the public and possess friendly, courteous, and helpful attitude.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
CORE VALUES OF EASTON UTILITIES
- INTEGRITY –Operating with uncompromised values.
- COMMITMENT – Unwavering dedication to our customers, our employees, our community, and our environment.
- EXCELLENCE- An obvious distinction in all we do.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- ACCOUNTABILITY - Accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
- INITIATIVE - Takes prompt action to accomplish tasks and meet goals and objectives.
- QUANTITY/QUALITY of WORK - Pays close attention to detail. Strives to achieve accuracy and consistency in all tasks.
- CUSTOMER FOCUS – The ability and willingness to find out what the customer wants or needs and to act accordingly. Dedicated to meeting external and internal customer needs.
- SAFETY ORIENTED – Knows and supports Easton Utilities safety programs and policies.
JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES:
- TECH SAVVY- Anticipates the impact of emerging technologies and makes adjustments; scans the environment for new technical skills, knowledge, or capabilities that can benefit business or personal performance.
- ORAL COMMUNICATION- The ability to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others.
- COOPERATION- The ability to work effectively with others in order to achieve a shared goal- even when the object at stake is of no direct personal interest.
- SELF-STARTING ABILITY- The ability to find your own motivation for accomplishing a task, and the degree to which you will maintain this course in the face of adversity.
MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist customers and troubleshoot internet related problems. This includes but is not limited to email clients, web browsers, operating systems, etc.
- Assist customers and troubleshoot VoIP issues. This includes but is not limited to call quality, voicemail, etc.
- Assist customers and troubleshoot cable TV problems. This includes but is not limited to picture and sound quality, inputs, remotes, etc.
- Maintain detailed documentation of customer interaction through the Velocity Trouble Tickets, Outage Management System and Customer Summary.
- Develop a strong understanding and utilize the tools provided to manage customer accounts and connections.
- Provisioning and installation of cable modems, MTAs and routers.
- Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job.
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume.
Easton Utilities is currently seeking an Easton Velocity Installer Trainee.
HIRING RANGE: $19.65/hr. or higher depending upon experience
JOB OBJECTIVE: Perform quality Cable Television, High Speed Data, and Digital Voice installations in accordance with the NCTA recommended practice. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with on-call duty requirement.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have good verbal communication skills, customer service skills and ability to work well with the public.
- Must successfully complete Jones/NCTI career path curriculum for Entry Level Installer as described in the Cable & Communications Department Career Path Outline within 6 months of start date.
- Must successfully demonstrate the ability to perform standard installations in accordance with NCTA recommended practices and Easton Utilities policies.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Job involves climbing, lifting, bending, working in attics, crawlspaces, and digging in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to pass a DOT physical.
- Must wear proper PPE at all times.
JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES:
- LEARNING ABILITY- The ability to absorb new information readily and to put it into practice effectively.
- FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS- The ability to effectively hear, understand, and follow directions or instructions; the willingness to postpone making personal decisions, or taking action, until you have openly listened to what you are being asked to do.
MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform customer underground or aerial service drop installation in accordance with NCTA recommended practices and Easton Utilities policies.
- Perform customer digital terminal installations and interface with customer equipment.
- Perform customer High Speed Data installations and interface with customer equipment.
- Perform customer Digital Voice installation and interface with customer equipment.
- Perform monthly disconnects for non-payment, reconnects and relocations as scheduled by the Customer Service Representatives.
- Stay abreast of all information related to pricing, tier levels, services and PPV in order to answer customer inquiries.
- Investigate and troubleshoot service complaints to ensure quality cable television service.
- Ensure FCC signal leakage compliance through proper installation of cable and digital or analog converters.
- Strive to provide uninterrupted cable service through proper maintenance of underground and overhead lines.
- Ensure the proper operation of converter inventory prior to customer installations.
- Communicate regularly with the Customer Service Representatives in order to efficiently carry out appointments as scheduled.
- Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee.
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume.
Easton Utilities is currently seeking motivated and dependable individual to join the Water & Wastewater Collections Operator job family. Candidate should be eager to learn, possess strong mechanical aptitude, and demonstrate a commitment to safety, teamwork, and environmental responsibility.
Apprentice Water Dist. & Wastewater Collections Operator I
HIRING RANGE: $21.50/hr. or higher depending upon experience
JOB OBJECTIVE: Perform operation and maintenance tasks on the water distribution system and wastewater collection system in order to provide superior quality water and wastewater services to the customer. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with on-call requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge and experience with underground utilities or plumbing is helpful.
- Knowledge and experience with operating heavy equipment is helpful.
- Must have good verbal communication skills and ability to work well with the public.
- Ability to obtain the Water Distribution Certification within 18 months of employment and the Wastewater Collection Certification within 30 months of employment.
- A valid MD Class A CDL or the ability to obtain one within twelve months of hire date.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Job involves entering and working in permit required confined spaces, driving, operation of heavy equipment, lifting, bending, climbing and digging in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to pass DOT physical.
- Must have sufficient pulmonary function to wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
- Must wear proper PPE at all times.
Job Family and Hiring Ranges:
Candidates may qualify for placement within the Water & Wastewater Collections Operator job family based on experience and certifications including CDL, MD Water Distribution I, and MD Wastewater Collection II.
Apprentice Operator II – Starting at $23.55/hr. or higher depending on experience
Operator I – Starting at $25.80/hr. or higher depending on experience
Operator II – Starting at $28.75/hr. or higher depending on experience
Operator III – Starting at $30.96/hr. or higher depending on experience
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee.
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume.
Easton Utilities is currently seeking to fill the position of Customer Service Representative I.
JOB OBJECTIVE: To assist customers in payments, understanding their bill, scheduling services, troubleshooting problems, and keeping their personal information up-to-date. To always provide the highest quality Customer Service while representing Easton Utilities. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience in basic office functions including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, data entry, telephone etiquette, and cash-handling.
- Must have the ability to interact with the public in a professional, positive manner.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent is required.
If you are interested and qualified, please click the button below to complete the online application and upload a resume by Friday, February 16, 2024.
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