On-Call Water & Sewer Systems Technician

Suffolk; Suffolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk is seeking a maintenance worker for the Public Utilities Department to handle water and sewer system upkeep, operate heavy equipment, and assist with repairs. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work with little supervision in a municipal setting.

Responsibilities include field maintenance, documenting work orders, and supporting after-hours emergency responses while ensuring safety and compliance with city standards. Valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in water or sewer maintenance or grounds keeping or closely related work; valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of equipment used in water and sewer system maintenance.
• Ability to operate heavy motorized equipment safely.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operates motorized equipment used in the maintenance and distribution operations of the Public Utilities Department, including a backhoe, ditching machines, boring machines, jackhammers, lawn mowers, and other equipment.
• Repairs water and sewer systems; repairs and performs maintenance on valves, hydrants and manholes; assists skilled laborers with more complicated repairs to distribution systems.
• Backfills and levels ditches and excavations; grades and repairs roads affected by water and sewer repair.
• Performs maintenance on water and sewer facilities, including repairing vacuum systems, applying degreaser in man holes, and releasing pressure from sewer lines.
• Assists lead worker in responding to calls for after hours or emergency repair work.
• Inspects vehicles and reports any problems.
• Prepares related paperwork and reports and assists in recordkeeping and log maintenance.
• May perform some carpentry duties.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Water/sewer maintenance

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Reading instructions

Tools

Backhoe

Ditching machines

Boring machines

Jackhammers

Lawn mowers

Job description

Suffolk is seeking a maintenance worker for the Public Utilities Department to handle water and sewer system upkeep, operate heavy equipment, and assist with repairs. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work with little supervision in a municipal setting.

Responsibilities include field maintenance, documenting work orders, and supporting after-hours emergency responses while ensuring safety and compliance with city standards. Valid driver's license is required.