Public Works/Wastewater - Wastewater Technician Trainee

City of Hampton•Hampton, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to launch a career in public works and make a difference in your community? Join the City of Hampton's Department of Public Works, Wastewater Division, as a Wastewater Technician Trainee! This hands-on opportunity is ideal for someone eager to learn, build technical skills, and work as part of a team that helps keep the City’s wastewater system operating safely and efficiently. Under close supervision and established procedures, you’ll gain valuable experience performing a variety of technical duties involving the operation, inspection, maintenance, and monitoring of the City’s inflow/infiltration program. If you’re dependable, motivated, safety-minded, and ready to learn, this is a great opportunity to start building a rewarding career in wastewater and public works. Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other great benefits! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three (3) months of full-time equivalent experience in maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical equipment or a closely related experience.
Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
Must possess and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B with an N-endorsement (Tanker Vehicle) within 180 days of employment.
This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.