Equipment Operator

Augusta Water; Verona (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Water in Verona, Virginia, is seeking a field operations professional to operate motorized equipment for water and sewer line construction and maintenance. The role includes installing new services, excavating soil, and maintaining stockpiles.

Strong ability to read drawings, communicate effectively in English, and work with minimal supervision is required. Experience in maintenance and construction, plus proficiency with various equipment, are essential.

Qualifications

• General experience in maintenance and construction work.
• Extensive experience in operation of light, medium, and heavy motorized construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized equipment in the construction and maintenance of water and sewer lines, in the installation of new water and sewer services, in the excavation of soil, and the maintenance of stockpiles.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and handle multiple tasks.

Skills

Equipment operation

General maintenance/ construction

English communication

Vehicle operation

Reading drawings & specs

Basic math

Independent work

Team interaction

Driver's License

CDL Class A with Tanker Endorsement

Tools

General hand tools

Job description

Field Operations Facility - Verona, Virginia

Posting Date: February 24, 2026

Responsibilities:

Operate motorized equipment in the construction and maintenance of water and sewer lines, in the installation of new water and sewer services, in the excavation of soil, and the maintenance of stockpiles.

Qualifications:

Must have general experience in maintenance and construction work, plus extensive experience in the operation of light, medium, and heavy motorized construction equipment, or extensive experience in maintenance and construction work, plus general experience in the operation of light, medium, and heavy motorized construction equipment is acceptable.

Required Skills:

Must have general experience in maintenance and construction work, plus extensive experience in the operation of light, medium, and heavy motorized construction equipment or extensive experience in maintenance and construction work, plus general experience in the operation of light, medium, and heavy motorized construction equipment. Ability to communicate, both verbally and written, and read in English to understand directions, procedures, and communicate to others. Must have an understanding of basic mathematics, mechanical knowledge, use general hand tools, and read and interpret engineering working drawings and specifications. Ability to perform several tasks at the same time. Must be able to work independently with a minimum of supervision. Must exhibit a positive attitude to effectively deal with the public, agency officials, and co-workers. Must possess a valid Driver’s License, and be able to operate a vehicle. Must possess, or have the ability to obtain within six (6) – twelve (12) months of employment, a valid Class A (combination vehicle) Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement for vehicles with Air Brakes.

Augusta Water, formerly the Augusta County Service Authority, was established in March 1966 to centralize water and sewer services in Augusta County, Virginia.