Utility Worker I

Rockingham County Virginia; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockingham County is seeking an individual for a full-time role focused on assisting with the installation and maintenance of water and sewer systems. Responsibilities include physical labor, customer service, and adherence to safety regulations. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and mechanical experience, addressing both community needs and service quality.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical and equipment operation experience required.
• Must be able to lift over 50 pounds frequently.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL-B preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain water and sewer lines and meters.
• Obtain and record water meter readings.
• Assist in regular maintenance of County property.

Skills

Customer Service

Logical Reasoning

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Traffic Control Techniques

Job description

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Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Experience Required: Previous mechanical and equipment operation experience
Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma/GED
Direct Supervisor: Crew Leader
Primary Work Location: Outdoors
Physical requirements: This is operative work requiring the exertion of up to and exceeding 50 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Certification: Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain Flagger Certification; ability to obtain CDL-B within 6 months

Job Summary
To assist with the installation and maintenance of water and sewer lines, along with water meters.

Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:

•Assist in the installation and maintenance of water meters, along with water and sewer lines by
implementing instructions of supervisor safely, correctly, and efficiently to include, but not be limited to:
digging trenches, fitting pipes and valves, and using acceptable traffic control techniques
•Obtain water meter readings by locating, reading, and accurately recording meter readings, as directed by supervisor
•Assist in the maintenance of County property as may be required, to include, but not be limited to snow removal
both by hand and with equipment
•Ability to be courteous and helpful to customers and relaying appropriate and pertinent information, as required
•Abide by VOSH and OSHA safety requirements
•Perform related tasks as required

Knowledge
•Water and sewer processes
•Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer
needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction

Skills
•Actively looking for ways to help people
•Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions,
conclusions or approaches to problems

Abilities
•Mathematical ability
•Bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs
•Regular work attendance is required

To Apply
All applicants must apply online click here
Application review will begin as soon as possible. Position open until filled.

Rockingham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer