City of Arlington is looking for Utility Services Worker II in Hague, VA. This local job opportunity with ID 3662856550 is live since 2026-05-04 14:28:34.

SALARY

$20.67 - $25.84

JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, completes daily work orders related to meter services including installation, termination, lockouts, repairs and resolving problems in the field.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Turn on water service for new customers, turn off service for closed or delinquent accounts including but not limited to:
  • Lock off for non-payment.
  • Lock off for "broken promise" accounts.
  • Reconnecting for resumed payment.
  • New accounts.
  • Closing accounts.
• Meter readings for final billings in assigned territory.
• Respond to emergency calls for assistance.
• Investigate customer complaints including but not limited to:
  • No water, no reason investigations.
  • Low pressure tests based on customer complaints.
  • 2nd leak follow up 30 days after first maintenance crew's work.
  • Investigations within right of way for customers.
• Replace defective meters and control valves, leaking gaskets, damaged boxes, and lids at the metering site.
• Perform scheduled change-outs of aged or malfunctioning meters, 3/4" and 1.5" in size.
• Inspects AMI and meter connections for defects, damage, and unauthorized connections.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist on large meter crew performing maintenance on meters sized 2.5" to 10".
• Assist Meter Reading in facilitating safe access to metering sites by repairing reported defects and clearing impediments at the metering site.

• Performs repairs and preventative services on all water and wastewater infrastructure including but not limited to:
• Water services

* AMI Infrastructure

* Water services

* Fire Hydrants

* Valves

* Manholes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Skill with organization and attention to detail.
• Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
• Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.
• Knowledge of Water Utilities operations; policies, procedures, ordinances.
• Knowledge of specifications for all size meters and metering sites, metering functions and related terminology.
• Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.
• Ability to work within a set schedule.
• Ability to work independently under general instructions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces under extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment used in the trade.
• Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and visualize combined metering scenarios.
• Ability to respond on a scheduled on-call basis and to work extended periods of time under imposed emergency assignments.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
• Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations accurately.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to carrying, data entry, dragging, driving, holding, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, seeing, sitting, sorting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting body, walking, and writing.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to PC, calculator, two-way radio, jack hammer, and port-a-power winch.
• Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.

Qualifying Education and Experience:

• Possession of Class C driver's license.
• Possession of a Class D Water Distribution license.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class I Wastewater Collection license within first year of employment.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Class C Water Distribution Operator's License within 18 months.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• One year of mechanical experience
• OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment Screenings Required:

• Criminal background check
• Motor Vehicle Review
• Drug & Alcohol Screening
• Human Performance Evaluation
• Physical Health Examination

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.