Wastewater & Water Systems Maintenance Pro

City-of-Colonial-Heights,-V; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Colonial Heights is seeking a Utility Maintenance Specialist to inspect, repair, and maintain wastewater pump stations, water towers, and related facilities. You will ensure reliable operation of pumps, valves, blowers, filters, and generators, and perform routine electrical and mechanical checks.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 7+ years of related experience, plus Virginia Waterworks Operations License (Class V+) and Virginia CDL (Class B+) within 18 months.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 7+ years of related experience.
• Virginia Waterworks Operations License (Class V+) within 18 months.
• Virginia Commercial Drivers License (Class B+) within 18 months.
• Pre-employment medical screening and criminal background check.
• Physical demands include lifting 25–75 lbs; endurance for rugged work.
• Expect safety-focused work in high-risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair sewer pumping stations, water storage tanks, valves, and related equipment.
• Maintain pumps, valves, blowers, filters, screens, emergency motors, generators.
• Adjust, repair, and replace malfunctioning parts such as bearings, gauges, seats, packing.
• Record and track pump amperage and water tank pressures.
• Ensure remote pump stations are functioning properly.
• Perform electrical and mechanical checks and resolve problems.
• Operate vehicles and equipment; assist with utility line work.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Virginia Waterworks Operations License

Virginia CDL Class B

Job description

City of Colonial Heights is seeking a Utility Maintenance Specialist to inspect, repair, and maintain wastewater pump stations, water towers, and related facilities. You will ensure reliable operation of pumps, valves, blowers, filters, and generators, and perform routine electrical and mechanical checks.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 7+ years of related experience, plus Virginia Waterworks Operations License (Class V+) and Virginia CDL (Class B+) within 18 months.