Utilities Field Pipeline Technician Job at Vets Hired, Richmond, VA

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  • Vets Hired
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Utilities Pipeline Technician

Description:
The Utilities Pipeline Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing sewer and wastewater pipelines. Work involves the use of various hand tools and equipment such as picks, shovels, saws, wrenches, jackhammers, basin hooks, and sewer corks to install and maintain sewer laterals, main lines, and manholes. The role also includes stocking and maintaining the crew truck and operating vehicles such as pickup trucks, single-axle dump trucks, and tandem dump trucks to travel to work locations in response to service requests. Additional responsibilities include setting up work zones, closing roads, and flagging to ensure safety for motorists and coworkers.

This position also performs routine maintenance and repairs to ensure safe and proper operation of sanitary and combined sewer infrastructure, installs piping and fittings, operates small equipment and machinery, performs inspections, responds to work orders, assembles materials and tools, and transports personnel to and from worksites.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Install, repair, and replace sewer/wastewater pipes, valves, and related equipment.

  • Guide equipment operators during excavation after buried utilities are located.

  • Flag work zones with signage and cones to ensure public and worker safety.

  • Drive commercial vehicles to and from job sites to transport materials and equipment.

  • Stock and maintain work trucks with necessary supplies.

  • Communicate with citizens regarding repairs and concerns.

  • Participate in required training as assigned.

Minimum Training and Experience:

  • High School diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training.

  • One year of related experience.

  • Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • One year of experience in utilities and/or plumbing fields.

Licensing/Certifications:

  • Class B Commercial Drivers License required within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

  • Sewer/wastewater pipeline replacement and repair.

  • Confined space safety procedures.

  • Plumbing and pipefitting practices.

  • Hazmat/PPE safety protocols.

  • Standard operating practices.

Skills in:

  • Operating machinery and hand tools (shovels, saws, jackhammers, etc.).

  • Reading and interpreting blueprints.

  • Customer service and effective communication.

  • Working with internal and external teams.

Abilities to:

  • Follow safety and standard operating procedures.

  • Prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

  • Work efficiently and effectively manage time.

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