Utilities Services Worker

City of Bowie; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term care insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

457 retirement plan

Job summary

City of Bowie is seeking a Utilities Service Worker to assist in sewer cleaning, TV inspection of sewer lines, and repair of sewer lines and water mains. The role includes installing water meters, fire hydrants and storm drains, and requires climbing ladders, entering sewer/manhole and meter vaults, often under challenging weather.

Overtime for water main breaks and other emergencies is required. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, six months of relevant experience, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Six (6) months of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of sewer cleaning and TV inspection of sewer lines.
• Repair of sewer lines and water mains.
• Assist with installation of water meters, fire hydrants and storm drains in need of repair.
• Climb ladders, enter and exit sewer and storm drain manholes and meter vaults.
• Perform manual labor for extended periods and in unfavorable weather; overtime for emergencies.

Skills

Manual labor

Valid Driver's license

6 months experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

City of Bowie is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Utilities Service Worker. This position duties include assisting in the operation of sewer cleaning and TV inspection of sewer lines, along with the repair of sewer lines and water mains. The Utilities Service Worker will assist with installation of water meters, fire hydrants and storm drains in need of repair. The incumbent must be able to climb ladder, enter and exit sewer and storm drain manholes and meter vaults. Knowledge of confined space guidelines and ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions is required. Availability for overtime work for water main breaks, sewer blockages or other emergencies is a must.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Six (6) months of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Driver’s license

PAY: $19.22 PER HOUR

Benefits: Along with competitive salaries, the City of Bowie offers a robust array of employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; short- and long-term disability programs; and a 401(k) with employer match, and optional 457 retirement savings plans.

How to Apply: Please visit the City’s website at: www.cityofbowie.org and click on the employment link. All applicants MUST submit a completed City of Bowie employment application in order to be considered for this opportunity. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2026

A proud Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Bowie is committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected.

This commitment is a vital part of the City’s organizational culture and values.