Water Utility Worker I

7 days ago

Fairfax, VA, United States Fairfax Water Full time
Salary : $44,057.00 - $72,177.00 Annually
Location : Newington Maintenance Facility
Job Type: Full Time Temporary
Job Number: 201601181
Division: Transmission & Distribution
Department: Southern Distribution Maintenance
Opening Date: 11/17/2025
Closing Date: 12/15/2025 4:30 PM Eastern

Description
This is a temporary position not to exceed a year.

Under close supervision of a Water Utility Crew Chief or Water Utility Worker IV, performs a variety of routine unskilled and semi-skilled manual duties required in the operation, maintenance and installation of the water distribution and transmission system and related facilities.

Examples of Duties
Performs a variety of routine unskilled and semi-skilled duties required in the operation, installation, and maintenance of the water distribution and transmission system by:
  • Participating and aiding higher level Water Utility Workers in locating, installing, adjusting and repairing new and existing water service connections, meter boxes, valves, curb boxes, water mains and fire hydrants.
  • Participating and aiding higher level Water Utility Workers in installing, repairing and maintaining pumps, valves and motors in pumping and treatment plant related facilities.
  • Operating a lawn mower, tractor, steam and high pressure washer and GPS equipment.
  • Operating a dump truck, tag along trailer and transporting construction equipment and necessary materials upon having or obtaining a Commercial Driver's License.
  • Responding to emergency service calls during and after working hours, tagging customer's residences and providing temporary water and other aid as necessary.
  • Assisting with the flushing of the water distribution and transmission system on at least an annual basis.
  • Attending safety seminars, comprehending safety regulations and contributing to a safe working environment.
  • Answering the telephone and (2) way radios.
  • Under close supervision, may operate a backhoe and other related motorized construction equipment.
  • Flagging traffic as necessary.
  • Assists with building, grounds and other maintenance tasks to include: cleaning and maintaining work areas, tools, vehicles and equipment; and snow removal.
  • Conducting vehicle material and equipment inventory.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Information
  • Ability to perform heavy physical tasks and lift up to one hundred (100) pounds.
  • Ability to work outside in various climatic weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.

Temporary employees are not eligible for company benefits.

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