Maintenance Worker II - Wastewater/Linework Crew

City of Norfolk; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Worker II to join their Wastewater Division. This role involves performing essential labor duties, including maintenance of equipment, digging, and transporting materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction equipment and the ability to follow instructions. With a focus on teamwork and safety, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community while enjoying a one-time signing bonus. If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

One-time signing bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• One year experience as a Maintenance Worker.
• Ability to understand simple processes and routine operation of machines.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of equipment and fueling.
• Maintain and repair underground wastewater service lines.
• Transport materials and personnel to work sites.

Skills

General labor duties

Knowledge of construction equipment

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Construction tools

Job description

The City of Norfolk's Department of Utilities is seeking qualified candidates for a Maintenance Worker II in our Wastewater Division. The Maintenance Worker II is needed to perform general labor duties to include the maintenance of equipment, fueling equipment, unloading materials, and digging.

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Digs and refills trenches and other excavations; cuts asphalt and concrete; maintains lawns.
  
• Loads, unloads, lifts and carries tools, equipment and chemicals.
  
• Maintain and repair underground wastewater service lines, cleaning work areas, perform related maintenance duties.
  
• Transports materials and personnel to work sites.
  
• Climbs stairs and ladders; bends, stoops, pushes, pulls, lifts and carries up to 75 lbs.; may stand for more than six hours.
  
• Requires knowledge of construction equipment, materials and work tasks.
  
• Requires ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines.Level of knowledge equivalent to high school or equivalency.

One year as a Maintenance Worker.

The preferred candidate will possess one year experience of maintenance repair.

Valid driver's license required

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Work Locations: 1316 Ballentine Boulevard, Norfolk, Virginia

This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus.

This is an'Essential' position which means you may be required to work nights, weekends, rotating shifts, holidays, etc. in response to severe weather events and emergencies.