Utilities Line Worker I - 03851

Stafford County; Virginia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a forward-thinking county, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining essential water and sewer infrastructure. This position involves hands-on work, including the installation, repair, and maintenance of utility lines, ensuring the community has reliable access to water services. You will operate various mechanical equipment and perform essential tasks that contribute to public health and safety. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a tangible impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of tools and materials for utility line maintenance.
• Ability to perform manual and semiskilled labor under various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair water and sewer lines.
• Operate equipment for service connections and repairs.
• Perform general grounds maintenance and landscaping.

Skills

Installation of water and sewer lines

Repair and maintenance of utility lines

Operation of mechanical equipment

General grounds maintenance

Ability to operate backhoe

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Rodding machine

Air hammer

Tapping machine

Common hand tools

Power tools

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 this position is from $22.73/hour to $31.26/hour based on experience.
The full salary range for this position is from $22.73/hour to $39.78/hour to provide opportunity for growth and development.Installing, maintaining, and repairing water and sewer lines and appurtenances; operating equipment; making service connections.

• Makes water and sewer taps and service connections;
• Repairs and replaces lines and related facilities;
• Unstops lines with rodding machine; repairs and flushes fire hydrants;
• Operates trucks, 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 landscaping and asphalt repair after work is completed;
• Assists with television and line inspection program;
• Grouts, reseals, restores, and rebuilds manholes; builds inverts; seals walls; repairs leaks;
• Performs related tasks as required.

• Some knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance and repair of utility lines;
• Some knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances;
• General knowledge in the use of common hand and power tools;
• Ability to operate backhoe 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.

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.