Utility Worker I

Albemarle County Service Authority • Pantops, VA

1d • $45,563 - $54,675 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs difficult skilled maintenance or construction work and does related work as required. Repairs, replaces, and installs water and sewer pipes, fire hydrants, and other similar infrastructure. Makes water connections, sewer connections, repair and raise manholes. Rods and flushes sewer lines, assists on CCTV van and performs assigned landscaping assignments. Come join a workforce dedicated to providing safe and reliable water to the citizens of Albemarle.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of standard office practices and equipment, including GIS system, and business English, spelling and arithmetic.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and maintain effective working relationships.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, certification in NIMMS training, 16-Hour Asbestos Operation and Maintenance, Intermediate Work Zone Safety, VDOT Flagging, and Confined Space.
• Ability to train in use of construction equipment in the installation and repair of water/wastewater utility systems.
• Must be able to wear a respirator in certain applications.
• Must possess, or acquire within 6 months, a CDL, Class A.
• High school diploma/ GED.

Responsibilities

• Installing and repairing water and sewer lines
• Maintaining and clearing of right-of-ways
• Operating various work vehicles and equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, forklifts, tampers, pipe saws, chainsaws, and compaction equipment
• Assisting with hydrant and valve maintenance
• Performing routine carpentry and painting
• Assisting with pump station repairs and maintenance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED