Utility Worker

Augusta Water; Verona (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Water is seeking a Field Operations staff member in Verona, VA to perform semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in the maintenance of sewer and water lines and related facilities. Responsibilities include excavating, laying pipe, installing services, and operating various trucks while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of heavy manual labor experience, and a valid Virginia driver's license with Class A CDL and Tanker

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of heavy manual labor experience.
• Must have a valid Virginia driver's license.
• Must obtain Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement and Air Brakes within 12 months.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English; basic math and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sewer and water lines and related facilities.
• Construct and install water and sewer lines and services.
• Excavate, trench, lay pipe and connect new services.
• Repair breaks in water or sewer lines and install hydrants.
• Operate pickup, dump, high-velocity water and sewer service trucks; use hand tools.
• Load/unload materials and clean up the job site.
• Communicate with supervisors and the public in a professional manner.

Skills

Valid Virginia driver's license

Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Type

Full-time, Non-Exempt

Hiring Range

$41,932.80 - $52,416.00

Location

Field Operations Facility - Verona, VA

Posting Date

October 13, 2026

Overview

Responsibilities:

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in the maintenance of sewer and water lines, construction of water and sewer lines, installation of new water and sewer services, and related facilities. May be required to excavate, clear and smooth trenches, lay pipe, assist with making new connections, repair breaks in water or sewer lines, install fire hydrants, load and unload materials, and clean up job site. May operate pickup trucks, dump trucks, high velocity water trucks, lowboy and sewer vacuum truck. May use a variety of hand tools, including but not limited to, soil tamper, air drill, and pavement breaker.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent. Must have at least two (2) years’ experience in heavy manual labor.

Required Skills

Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license. Must possess or obtain within six (6) – twelve (12)months of employment, a valid Class A (combination vehicle) Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement for vehicles with Air Brakes as a condition of successful job performance and continued employment. Must have the ability to communicate both verbally and written, read in English to understand direction and procedures, and to communicate to others. Must understand basic mathematics, mechanical knowledge, and the use of general hand tools. Must have the ability to perform several tasks at the same time, be able to work independently with minimum supervision, and exhibit a positive attitude to effectively deal with the public, agency officials, and co-workers.

Additional Information

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