Water Asset Manager

Actalent - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Chicago, IL

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Join our dynamic team as a Water Asset Manager, where you will be responsible for inspecting water asset valves, hydrants, meters, and water meter boxes for leakage. Using headphones and acoustic sensors, you will listen for leaks and notify the Project Manager of possible issues. Your role includes traveling to job sites, working outdoors in various weather conditions, and using phone apps for mapping. You will also manage non-revenue water recovery and control services, conduct safety meetings, and maintain equipment. This position requires travel, with potential assignments across multiple states, and offers long-term opportunities to progress into GIS-heavy roles or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Inspect water asset valves, hydrants, meters, and water meter boxes for leakage.
• Use headphones and acoustic sensors to listen for leaks and notify the Project Manager of possible issues.
• Travel to job sites and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Utilize phone apps for mapping purposes.
• Manage non-revenue water recovery and control services.
• Conduct safety meetings and maintain equipment.

Requirements

• Experience in water utility management.
• Proficiency in GIS (Geographic Information Systems).
• Knowledge of leak detection techniques.
• Strong initiative and solution-oriented mindset.
• Effective communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with project management in water utilities.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations related to water management.

Benefits

• Company vehicle provided for travel.
• Company phone provided for work-related communication.