Utilities Maintenance Specialist

City of Winchester; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Winchester is seeking a Public Services worker to perform hydrant repairs and testing, locate underground utilities, and assist with water and sewer maintenance. The role includes meter reading and data entry, leak checks, and meter installation/removal.

Responsibilities cover maintenance on pumps and equipment, use of basic hand tools, and snow/ice removal with possible 12-hour shifts including nights and holidays. A valid CDL-B with tanker endorsement by probation end is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required; some related construction/plumbing experience preferred.
• Valid and appropriate driver’s license and ability to obtain Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement by end of probation.
• Ability to read and comprehend; communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and services (testing included) fire hydrants.
• Locates underground utilities using maps, rods and electronic equipment.
• Assists in preventative maintenance on water and sewer lines.
• Reads water meters and enters data into handheld devices.
• Checks meters for leaks and performs repairs as needed.
• Installs and removes water meters; assists in repairs of lines.
• Supports maintenance on pumps, motors and equipment.
• Uses hand tools for water/sewer work and makes taps.
• Snow/ice removal; may include 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Assists in other Public Services areas as needed.
• Contributes to a positive work environment.

Skills

Reading English

SCBA use

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Repairs and services (includes testing) fire hydrants
• Locates underground utilities using maps, rods, and electronic equipment
• Assists in preventative maintenance on water and sewer lines
• Reads water meters, entering data into portable handheld meter reading devices
• Checks meters for leaks, repairs as needed
• Installs and removes meters
• Assists in repairs of water and sewer lines
• Assists with preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and equipment
• Uses hand tools related to water and sewer repairs; Makes water and sewer taps
• Snow/Ice removal (which includes 12 hour shifts possibly nights, weekends & holidays)
• Assists in other areas of Public Services as needed
• Contributes to a positive work environment

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required and some related experience in the construction/plumbing industry is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possession of a valid and appropriate driver's licenses and the ability to obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement by end of probation period.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend. Ability to speak and communicate effectively using correct English.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be able to wear self-contained breathing apparatus which may be necessary for entry into confined space.

The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.