Utilities Line Worker

Stafford County; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County is seeking a Line Worker to perform semiskilled and skilled tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances. Work is performed under regular supervision as part of a public works team.

The role requires manual labor, ability to operate heavy equipment, and the potential for CDL-based advancement from Level I to Level III, with CDL prerequisite at all levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to operate in a regulated work environment.
• CDL required for Level II position; Level III requires flagging certification per role specifications.
• All levels require CDL valid in the Commonwealth.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair water and sewer lines, wells, pump stations, and appurtenances.
• Operate flushing, cleaning, and line inspection equipment; make service connections.
• Repair and replace water and sewer lines and related facilities.
• Unstop lines with rodding machinery; service hydrants and valves; perform minor landscaping as needed.
• Operate trucks, backhoes, and other machinery used in line work.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred at Level II

Flagging certification for Level III

Tools

Back hoe

Tapping machine

Line repair equipment

Job description

Job Description Performs responsible semiskilled and skilled work in the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances. Does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Job Description Performs responsible semiskilled and skilled work in the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances. Does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

The hiring range for the position is from $23.60/hour to $34.74/hour based on experience.

• Line Worker I - $23.60/hour to $41.30/hour
• Line Worker II - $25.26/hour to $44.21/hour
• Line Worker III - $27.03/hour to $47.31/hour

Examples of Duties

Installing, maintaining, and repairing water and sewer lines, wells, pump stations, and appurtenances; operating equipment; making service connections.

• Operates flushing, cleaning and line inspection equipment;
• Makes water and sewer taps and service connections;
• Repairs and replaces water and sewer lines and related facilities;
• Unstops lines with rodding machine; repairs and flushes fire hydrants;
• Operates trucks, tractors, back hoe, air hammer, tapping machine and other mechanical equipment in connection with the above tasks;
• Performs general grounds maintenance tasks; excavates and backfills trenches;
• Installs water meters, fire hydrants, and valves;
• Performs minor landscaping and asphalt work after work is completed;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• General knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance and repair of utility lines;
• General knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances;
• Thorough knowledge in the use of common hand and power tools;
• Ability to operate back hoe and other medium construction equipment;
• Ability to perform manual and semiskilled labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Education and Experience

Level I: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and less than 1 year of experience in the maintenance, repair, and/or construction of water and sewer.

Level II: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and 2 years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and/or construction of water and sewer. A CDL is required for a level II.

Level III: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and 4 years of experience in the maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and sewer. Possession of flagging certification from VDOT is required for level III.

All levels require possession of an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Note: All employees are required to have direct deposit of their bi-weekly paychecks into one or more financial institution(s) of their choice. Information must be presented at time of hire. Proper Identification must be shown at time of hire in order to complete the necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.