Water & Sewer Systems Technician II

Western Virginia Water Authority; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Virginia Water Authority is seeking a Utility Construction Technician II to perform repairs, maintenance, and construction of water and sewer facilities and to operate heavy equipment. The role requires maintaining service to customers and the ability to work varied hours, including standby and emergencies.

Candidates should have a High school diploma or GED, a valid Class A CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements, and the flexibility to drive Authority vehicles with limited demerits.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain respectful working relationships with coworkers, other departments, and the public.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps, procedure manuals, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Strong work ethic with emphasis on attendance, punctuality, timely completion of assignments, and a positive attitude.
• Work varied shifts, including standby hours as assigned.
• Successfully complete the requirements for UCT Tech II as stated in the Field Operations Supplemental Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, maintenance, and construction of water and sewer facilities, and maintain water and sewer service to customers using a variety of tools and motorized equipment.
• Operate dump truck and loader in water and sanitary sewer line repairs, and operate combination sewer cleaner during sewer maintenance operations.
• Operate equipment such as hand tools, pumps, air compressors, saws, jumping jacks, generators, chain saws, and other necessary machinery.
• Perform general laboring tasks.
• Make repairs and install water and sanitary sewer lines.
• Perform troubleshooting and pipe installation tasks.
• Service and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Work varied shifts, including standby and emergency hours as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL A

Air brake endorsement

Tank endorsement

Job description

Western Virginia Water Authority is seeking a Utility Construction Technician II to perform repairs, maintenance, and construction of water and sewer facilities and to operate heavy equipment. The role requires maintaining service to customers and the ability to work varied hours, including standby and emergencies.

Candidates should have a High school diploma or GED, a valid Class A CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements, and the flexibility to drive Authority vehicles with limited demerits.