Water & Sewer Maintenance Technician

City of Suffolk, Virginia; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Suffolk, Virginia is seeking a skilled line maintenance worker within Public Utilities. Under general supervision, you will operate equipment, install and maintain water and sewer lines, and service related facilities in multiple divisions.

The role requires initiative and good judgment when completing tasks while maintaining safety and customer relations. You must meet the physical demands, have a valid driver's license, and be able to work after hours on-call.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in water or sewer maintenance or grounds keeping.
• Valid Driver's license required.
• Knowledge of equipment used in water and sewer system maintenance.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operates motorized equipment in maintenance and distribution operations.
• Repairs water and sewer systems; maintains valves, hydrants and manholes.
• Backfills and levels ditches; grades roads affected by repairs.
• Maintains water and sewer facilities; handles vacuum systems and debris.
• Responds to after-hours calls with lead worker for emergency repair work.
• Inspects vehicles and reports problems.
• Prepares related paperwork and assists in recordkeeping and log maintenance.
• May perform carpentry duties.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Motorized equipment operation

Water and sewer maintenance knowledge

Physical stamina

Valid Driver's license

Supervisory capability

Training/mentoring others

Tools

Ditching machines

Boring machines

Jackhammers

Concrete/pipe saws

Backhoe operation

Job description

The City of Suffolk, Virginia is seeking a skilled line maintenance worker within Public Utilities. Under general supervision, you will operate equipment, install and maintain water and sewer lines, and service related facilities in multiple divisions.

The role requires initiative and good judgment when completing tasks while maintaining safety and customer relations. You must meet the physical demands, have a valid driver's license, and be able to work after hours on-call.