Meter Operations Mechanic – Public Utilities (Fieldwork)

FHLB Des Moines; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach’s Public Utilities Department is hiring for Utility Mechanic I/II roles within the Meter Operations team. The positions involve manual labor, meter maintenance, and use of hand tools, with safety protocols and iPad-based work orders.

CDL progression is required where applicable, and overtime may be required to meet operational needs. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year of utility maintenance or labor experience.
• Valid driver’s license required; obtain CDL Class A Instruction Permit within 6 months and CDL with air brake endorsement within 9 months.
• Must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Safety: PPE such as steel-toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor and excavation in maintenance/repair of water meters.
• Use basic hand tools and maintain safety practices on construction sites.
• Follow written and oral instructions and safety procedures for field work.
• Operate vehicles and small construction equipment; use iPad/work order system.
• Maintain PPE and work in consultation with supervisors and teammates.
• Assist with routine repairs and customer communications as needed.

Skills

Confined Spaces

Equipment Operations

Manual Labor

Public Utilities

Utility Construction

Water Metering

Work Order System

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Instruction Permit

Job description

City of Virginia Beach’s Public Utilities Department is hiring for Utility Mechanic I/II roles within the Meter Operations team. The positions involve manual labor, meter maintenance, and use of hand tools, with safety protocols and iPad-based work orders.

CDL progression is required where applicable, and overtime may be required to meet operational needs. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, plus a valid driver's license.