Pipeline Condition Technician

Albemarle County Service Authority•Pantops, VA

1d•$55,382 - $66,458•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor, the Pipeline Condition Technician performs leak detection and condition assessment activities on ACSA's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. This position evaluates the structural and operational condition of buried pipeline assets to support system reliability, reduce risk, and inform asset management and capital improvement planning. The technician uses specialized inspection technologies to identify defects, assess remaining service life, document findings, and develop recommendations for rehabilitation or replacement while supporting emergency response and maintaining compliance with ACSA safety and operational standards.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.
Three to five years of experience in water and/or wastewater utility operations, pipeline inspection, infrastructure assessment, or a closely related field.
Thorough knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, pipe materials, corrosion processes, and pipeline deterioration.
Ability to interpret inspection data, construction drawings, maps, and GIS information.
Experience using leak detection and pipeline inspection technologies.
Experience preparing technical reports.
Experience communicating findings effectively.
Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License with a Class A Commercial Driver's License and Tanker Endorsement.
Ability to obtain and maintain applicable certifications, including Confined Space Entry Supervisor, Confined Space Rescue Team, Virginia Flagger, OSHA, First Aid/CPR/AED, NIMMS, Forklift, and Asbestos Worker certifications.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Self-motivation.
Successful completion of required drug and alcohol testing.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to wear the issued ACSA uniform while performing assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

Technical training in engineering technology, utilities, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs leak detection using acoustic, correlator, and other advanced technologies.
Conducts internal and external inspections through CCTV, visual assessments, non-destructive testing, and corrosion evaluation methods.
Identifies and documents defects such as corrosion, wall loss, cracking, joint failures, deformation, root intrusion, and infiltration/inflow.
Evaluates a variety of pipe materials for condition and risk of failure.
Collects field data, photographs, video, and GPS information.
Prepares technical reports with condition ratings and recommendations.
Operates and maintains specialized inspection equipment and construction equipment, including dump trucks, mini excavators, backhoes, trenchers, jetters, rodders, pumps, saws, tampers, and related tools.
Coordinates inspection activities with engineering, maintenance, operations personnel, and contractors.
Supports emergency response and maintains compliance with ACSA safety and operational standards.