Public Works/Wastewater - Wastewater Technician Trainee

City-of-Hampton,-Va; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hampton is hiring for a Wastewater Technician Trainee in the Public Works Department, Wastewater Division. This entry-level role offers hands-on training to operate, inspect, maintain, and monitor the inflow/infiltration program under supervision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a short-term maintenance background, and hold a valid driver’s license. A CDL Class B with N endorsement must be obtained within 180 days, and the position is safety sensitive with drug

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three months of full-time equivalent experience in maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment.
• Background check required prior to offer.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• CDL Class B with N endorsement within 180 days of employment.
• Position is safety sensitive and subject to drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, maintain and monitor the City's inflow/infiltration program.
• Perform a variety of technical duties under supervision to support wastewater operations.

Skills

Maintenance & repair

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B with N endorsement

Job description

Ready to launch a career in public works and make a difference in your community? Join the City of Hampton's Department of Public Works, Wastewater Division, as a Wastewater Technician Trainee! This hands‑on opportunity is ideal for someone eager to learn, build technical skills, and work as part of a team that helps keep the City's wastewater system operating safely and efficiently. Under close supervision and established procedures, you'll gain valuable experience performing a variety of technical duties involving the operation, inspection, maintenance, and monitoring of the City's inflow/infiltration program. If you're dependable, motivated, safety-minded, and ready to learn, this is a great opportunity to start building a rewarding career in wastewater and public works.

Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other great benefits! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans)employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) months of full-time equivalent experience in maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical equipment or a closely related experience.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must possess and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with an N-endorsement (Tanker Vehicle) within 180 days of employment.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.

Additional Requirements

• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
• Requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, night or day, including extreme heat or cold, and under work conditions that may be disagreeable and potentially dangerous.
• The incumbent will be placed in a Wastewater Technician, Pump Station Mechanic or Wastewater Equipment Operator position at the discretion of the Director of Public Works upon successful meeting minimum qualifications.