Crew Member: Pumps and Transmission

cityoffredericksburg; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 38,927 - 44,863; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical, vision, and dental coverage

paid leave

paid training

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

City of Fredericksburg is seeking Crew Members for Pumps & Transmission to join the Public Works team. This full-time position offers competitive pay, paid training, benefits, and meaningful opportunity to serve the Fredericksburg community while building essential public works skills.

Crew Member I focuses on drainage and sewer maintenance, inspection and reporting, and site cleanup, while Crew Member II handles water and sewer line work, roadway restoration, and fire hydrant maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license.
• Must obtain Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification within one year of hire.
• Must complete OSHA‑required training and certifications within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Crew Member I: Drainage maintenance—clean gutters, culverts, drainage structures; basic digging and routine maintenance.
• Crew Member I: Sewer maintenance—assist with removing blockages and pump stations upkeep.
• Crew Member I: Inspection and reporting—walk sewer lines and report issues to higher staff.
• Crew Member I: Site cleanup after maintenance or emergency response.

Skills

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Crew Member: Pumps & Transmission CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Full-Time | Benefits | Paid Training

Build your skills. Serve your community!

Career Growth and Pay

Crew Member I

$38,927 - $42,819 (hiring range)

Start your career with hands‑on training and essential public works experience.

Crew Member II

$40,876 - $44,963 (hiring range)

Build technical skill, assume broader responsibilities, and strengthen your contribution to the team.

Progression through the career ladder is based on demonstrated skills, successful performance, required training and certifications, operational needs, and available funding.

What You’ll Do

As part of the Pumping and Transmission team, you will help maintain the infrastructure that ensures Fredericksburg's water systems are efficient, reliable, and robust. Work assignments may include:

Crew Member I

• Drainage Maintenance Involves supporting activities such as cleaning gutters, culverts, and various drainage structures, along with performing basic digging and routine maintenance tasks to ensure proper drainage.
• Sewer Maintenance Responsibilities include aiding in the removal of blockages from sewer mains under supervision and assisting with the routine maintenance of sewer pump stations, which encompasses cleaning, debris removal, and general upkeep.
• Inspection and Reporting Tasks include walking along sewer lines to identify and report any visible issues or concerns to higher‑level staff for further action.
• Site Cleanup This involves assisting with the cleanup of sites after sewer maintenance or emergency response activities to restore them to their original state.

Crew Member II

• Water and Sewer Line Maintenance Assisting with and performing the installation, repair, and maintenance of the City's water and sewer lines. Responsibilities include repairing sewer lines and replacing gasket sleeves and fittings, especially at pump stations and along main lines.
• Roadway and Surface Restoration This involves performing roadway and surface restoration tasks, such as asphalt patching and replacing concrete curbs and gutters. Additionally, it includes repairing sidewalks, conducting brick work, and installing materials like rubber mulch.
• Fire Hydrant Maintenance Tasks include installing, repairing, and maintaining fire hydrants. It also involves exercising valves with appropriate equipment and performing hydrant flushing according to system maintenance procedures.

Why Join the Fredericksburg Team?

A Career with Purpose

Join an experienced and supportive team that values public service, teamwork, safety, and the opportunity to develop new skills while contributing to the community every day.

Comprehensive Benefits

• medical, vision, and dental coverage
• paid leave
• paid training
• participation in the Virginia Retirement System

Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements: Crew Member I

• Educational background equivalent to a high school diploma.
• A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license.
• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain VDOT-approved Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification within one (1) year of hire.
• Must complete and maintain OSHA‑required training and certifications applicable to the position, including all assigned training within thirty (30) days of employment.

Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements: Crew Member Il

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• One (1) year of experience and/or training involving manual labor or successful progression from Crew Member I; or equivalent education, and/or experience.
• Must meet and maintain all minimum qualifications, licenses, certifications, and training requirements established for the preceding position within the Crew Member career ladder.
• Must possess a VDOT-approved Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification.
• Must complete and maintain OSHA‑required training and certifications applicable to the position, including all assigned training within thirty (30) days in position.
• A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B.

Work Environment

This essential position involves working around heavy equipment and traffic in outdoor conditions that may include heat, cold, rain, and dirt. Employees are expected to follow established safety procedures and may assist with emergency response activities as needed.

BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City’s Core Values.

This position will remain open until filled.

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The City of Fredericksburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.