Utility Line Technician

The Town is seeking a Utility Line Technician in the Water and Sewer Maintenance department. This position performs skilled work in the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines. Extended hours are often required for emergency response, to include nights, weekends and holidays.

FLSA Status: Non-ExemptBenefits:

14 Observed Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan through Virginia Retirement System

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life InsuranceSchedule:

Monday through Friday

7:00am to 3:00pm

Rotating On-Call Shifts

All new employees must satisfactorily complete a background check. A conditional offer of employment may then be made contingent upon the successful completion of a physical exam that includes alcohol and drug testing.

The Town of Front Royal is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, marital status, disability (physical/mental), family medical history, or genetic information, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Install, maintain, repair and replace utility lines and accessories

Perform water and sewer taps and service connections

Install water meters

Flush sewer lines and manholes

Locate water and sewer lines

Install, test and repair water meters and fire hydrants

Perform routine bacterial and CL2 tests; add necessary chemicals to sewer lines

Perform minor landscaping on property following completion of work

Operate trucks, tractors, back-hoes and mechanical equipment in connection with above tasks

Assist in snow and ice removal

Must report to work in, and wear at all times on the job, steel-toed safety boots of an acceptable standard, effective the first scheduled workday

Perform other duties as required

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: One (1) year of general work experience required; water and sewer line work experience preferred

Valid Drivers License

CDL Class B with tanker and air brake endorsement required at time of hire or within six (6) months of employment

Flagging certification required within six (6) months of employmentQualifications

Knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines

General knowledge of hand and power tools

Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing

Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner

Possess organization and multi-tasking skills

Ability to follow directions

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, coworkers, and other departments

Ability to work for extended periods of time, often under unfavorable conditions

Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions to include extreme cold, extreme heat, hazards and atmospheric conditions.

Worker may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized protective equipmentPhysical Demands

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus

Vocal communication is required for exchanging ideas and receiving orders; hearing to perceive information at normal spoken word levels

Visual acuity is required for operation of machinery and motor vehicles and to determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work

Compensation details: 18.03 Hourly Wage

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