Water & Sewer Line Technician — Field Maintenance

Stafford County; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County is seeking a Line Worker to perform semiskilled and skilled tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances. Work is performed under regular supervision as part of a public works team.

The role requires manual labor, ability to operate heavy equipment, and the potential for CDL-based advancement from Level I to Level III, with CDL prerequisite at all levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to operate in a regulated work environment.
• CDL required for Level II position; Level III requires flagging certification per role specifications.
• All levels require CDL valid in the Commonwealth.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair water and sewer lines, wells, pump stations, and appurtenances.
• Operate flushing, cleaning, and line inspection equipment; make service connections.
• Repair and replace water and sewer lines and related facilities.
• Unstop lines with rodding machinery; service hydrants and valves; perform minor landscaping as needed.
• Operate trucks, backhoes, and other machinery used in line work.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL preferred at Level II

Flagging certification for Level III

Tools

Back hoe

Tapping machine

Line repair equipment

Job description

Stafford County is seeking a Line Worker to perform semiskilled and skilled tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances. Work is performed under regular supervision as part of a public works team.

The role requires manual labor, ability to operate heavy equipment, and the potential for CDL-based advancement from Level I to Level III, with CDL prerequisite at all levels.