Utility Worker I

Chesterfield County, VA; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County, VA is seeking a hands-on Utilities Maintenance position requiring a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. CDL Class A is required, with tanker endorsement obtainable within one year.

The role involves on-site work, potential overtime, and handling heavy equipment in wastewater and water utility projects. Responsibilities include repairing and maintaining wastewater and water systems, asphalt street work, flagging traffic, and operating

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in operation/maintenance of wastewater/water facilities.
• CDL Class A required; tanker endorsement within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain wastewater and water utility systems.
• Perform asphalt street repairs.
• Flag traffic as needed during work.
• Drive tandem axle dump trucks with trailers.
• Operate asphalt roller and related equipment.

Skills

CDL Class A

Overtime readiness

Light maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dump trucks

Asphalt roller

Job description

High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater collections/water/wastewater treatment facilities and equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience in a utility field. Lifting of heavy objects required. Ability to perform light maintenance on heavy equipment. Ability to work overtime as needed to include weekends and holidays. This position requires in-person and onsite work. The position is not remote work eligible. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class "A" required with the ability to obtain tanker endorsement within one year of employment.This position is a federally regulated DOT position and is subject to random drug testing and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited.Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

Functions include repairing and maintaining wastewater & water utility systems; asphalt street repairs; flagging traffic; drive tandem axle dump trucks with trailers, operate asphalt roller and related equipment. Perform other work as required. PLEASE NOTE: Overtime may be required to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

PLEASE NOTE:Position is open until filled (first review to begin September 21, 2026).

Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; includes evenings, weekends and holidays

Utilities