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Actalent Environment in Chicago, Illinois

Description:

  • Inspect water asset valves, hydrants, meters, water meter boxes for leakage. Where headphones and use acoustic sensors to listen for leaks. Notify PM of possible leak.

  • Working alongside a PM. Traveling from the project manager location to the job site or meet at the job site.

  • Use phone apps to map out things. Work outside. Dealing with elements and heat.

  • Conducts non-revenue water recovery and control services, including leak detection (i.e., sounding of fittings and leak noise correlation, planning and deployment of acoustic noise loggers, water network establishment and asset identification, planning and implementing step tests, and flow and pressure data recovery).

  • Progresses in the industry and use of any equipment the Water Asset Management division uses and/or supplies.

  • Completes job forms, time sheets and all other required documentation.

  • Ensures safe working methods are applied at all times and conducts or participates in weekly safety meetings.

  • Responsible for Map/GIS information reading, interpreting, and measuring.

  • Facilitates all Leak Detection work requirements, advising on night work as needed.

  • Uses initiative to find solutions in the field for the benefit of the customer and/or the Water Asset Management division.

  • Attends or conducts site meetings with the client as needed.

  • Responsible for all equipment upkeep related to any specific project and produces a stock check on a quarterly basis.

Skills:

gis, water treatment, meter reading software, Troubleshooting, safety procedures, leak detection, documentation, gis analysis, mapping software, Arcgis

Top Skills Details:

gis,water treatment

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • BS in Environmental Science, GIS, Biology, Geology or related field is preferred

  • High School diploma or GED required if not BS with at least one- two years of some type of physically demanding job

  • Experience working with Water Distribution Systems and/or Acoustic Leak Detection desirable but not required.

  • Must have experience in previous jobs/ internships working outside on a regular basis, preferably in extreme conditions.

  • Must be able to walk up to 10 miles per day with frequent bending and lift up to 20 lbs.

  • Experience in Map/GIS information reading, interpreting, and measuring preferred.

  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include travel and extended work hours.

  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with confidence and minimal instruction.

  • Strong communication and customer service skills

  • Must be safety conscious.

Experience Level:

  • Entry Level

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent

  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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