Utility Worker I Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary

The James City Service Authority seeks an individual to perform responsible work installing, maintaining, repairing, and constructing the JCSA’s water and wastewater systems. Must be able to work an on-call schedule and respond to after-hours emergencies. May be designated to work during closures, after hours, and during emergencies.
$40,747 / year or higher depending on qualifications plus Full-Time County Benefits 

There are four levels of Wastewater Collection Utility Worker distinguished by the level of the work performed and the qualifications of the employee and the requirements of the position being filled.
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker I $40,747 - $72,941 a year depending on qualifications
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker II $43,547 - $77,952 a year depending on qualifications
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker III $46,561 - $83,347 a year depending on qualifications
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker IV $49,796 - $89,141 a year depending on qualifications
Flow into a new career with The James City Service Authority!
The James City Service Authority (JCSA) strives to be one of the market leaders in compensation offering competitive starting rates and predictable compensation pathways for its employees.
In addition to annual cost-of-living increases, our step pay plan provides regularly scheduled wage increases throughout the course of a career.* Candidates with minimum experience and qualifications may be hired into the first step of a pay grade. If hired at the entry level, the JCSA pay plan is structured to provide:
• 5.0% step increases annually for the first four years of service.
• 1.5% step increases annually, thereafter.
Click here to learn more about our compensation philosophy and view our step pay plan.
* Subject to Board approval, availability of funds, and other conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Works as a member of a crew performing manual labor installing, repairing, and maintaining JCSA sewer and water infrastructure; operates or learns to operate heavy equipment.
• Performs or learns to perform administrative tasks such as preparing work orders, mapping infrastructure, and taking measurements.
• Performs or learns to perform water distribution infrastructure inspections that center on JCSA standards; catalogs problems for repair purposes.
• Performs or learns preventive and emergency maintenance of water distribution infrastructure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.
• Required to fulfill all requirements of JCSA’s Respiratory Protection Program.
• Knowledge of safe and effective use of hand and power tools; knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of occupational and safety hazards inherent with working in an underground utility section including confined space, trench safety, traffic control, and other requirements pertaining to water distribution operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the safe and effective use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in use of computer software.
• Ability and tolerance to function in an environment that requires the use of respiratory protection devices; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; follow both verbal and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Position Level Requirements:
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker I
• Some experience in maintenance and repair of underground utilities preferred.
• Must obtain Virginia Class A Commercial Driver’s permit with endorsements within 30 days of hire and the license (automatic transmission vehicle) within 6 months of hire.
• Unrestricted commercial driver’s license to drive manual transmission vehicles a plus.
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker II
• Some experience in semi-skilled work installing, repairing and maintaining water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Considerable knowledge of occupational and safety hazards inherent with working in an underground utility section.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment including excavator, front loader, dump truck and combination vehicles.
• Must meet all requirements of Wastewater Collection Utility Worker I; must successfully complete required training and written exam for Wastewater Collection Utility Worker I as determined by department.
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker III
• Considerable skilled experience as a senior crew member in installing, repairing, and maintaining water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Must be able to plan and manage a small (equal to or less than 6-inch in diameter) sewer main emergency repair.
• Must demonstrate considerable skill at operating heavy equipment including excavator, front loader, dump truck, and combination vehicles.
• Ability to assist in planning projects, secure resources and mobilize staff and equipment to complete repairs.
• Must meet all requirements of Wastewater Collection Utility Worker II; must successfully complete required training and written exam for Wastewater Collection Utility Worker II as determined by department.
Wastewater Collection Utility Worker IV
• Advanced knowledge and skilled experience as a senior crew member in installing, repairing, and maintaining water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Must be able to plan and manage a sewer installation or repair where excavation is greater than 4 feet.
• Must meet all requirements of Wastewater Collection Utility Worker III; must successfully complete required training and written exam for Wastewater Collection Utility Worker III as determined by department.
• Attend and pass Asbestos awareness Class.

Click here ​for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

James City Service Authority is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-259-5457 or email hrjcsa@jcsava.gov.