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WATER / WASTEWATER CREW MEMBER

Reviewing applications/resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Under direct supervision, performs work in the construction, installation,  maintenance, and repair of BVU Authority’s water and sewer lines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Install water and sewer services and mains for customers.
  • Repair water and sewer services and mains.
  • Repair and maintain water and sewer pump stations.
  • Maintain pressure-reducing stations.
  • Install and repair fire hydrants and valves.
  • Remove and replace asphalt or concrete pavement in streets and sidewalks over sewer and water ditches, as well as re-landscaping yards after construction or repair of lines.
  • Change out small water meters.
  • Make elevation changes to water meter boxes, valve boxes, water and sewer lines, and sewer manholes and/or covers.
  • May be required to operate various types of equipment: backhoe, dump truck, front-end loader, jet truck rodder, and trencher.
  • Maintain tools and equipment.
  • Promote good employee and department relations by working and communicating well with other departments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

    • Must be able to operate all equipment required.
    • Must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
    • Must have the ability to promote and maintain good customer and employee relations.

    REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

      • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
      • A minimum of three years’ experience in the construction industry and/or maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
      • A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred but not required.
      • Ongoing training will be required as necessitated by developments in water and wastewater distribution systems, safety training, equipment, etc.

      WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

        • Duties are performed outdoors in varying weather conditions. 
        • Incumbent is subject to being called out to perform repairs or to restore water services anytime during the night and may work in frigid weather.
        • Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, climb, and perform all other physical movements necessary for the essential functions of the job.
        • Must be able to move quickly over rugged terrain.
        • Work schedule may vary: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., or Tuesday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
        • Travel is limited.

        How to Apply

        Applicants may complete an employment application using the online application linked above or pick up an application at our offices at 15022 Lee Highway, Bristol, VA 24202, or mail, fax, or email a resume to BVU Authority, Attention Human Resources, P. O. Box 8100, Bristol, Virginia 24203-8100,  Fax No. (276) 642-2020, email jobs@bvua.com.

        Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test, and background check. BVU Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.