Crew Member: Pumps & Transmission CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Full-Time | Benefits | Paid Training
Build your skills. Serve your community!

Career Growth and Pay

Crew Member I $38,927 - $42,819 (hiring range) Start your career with hands-on training and essential public works experience.

Crew Member II $40,876 - $44,963 (hiring range) Build technical skill, assume broader responsibilities, and strengthen your contribution to the team.

Progression through the career ladder is based on demonstrated skills, successful performance, required training and certifications, operational needs, and available funding.
 

What You’ll Do

Crew Member I Drainage Maintenance Involves supporting activities such as cleaning gutters, culverts, and various drainage structures, along with performing basic digging and routine maintenance tasks to ensure proper drainage. Sewer Maintenance Responsibilities include aiding in the removal of blockages from sewer mains under supervision and assisting with the routine maintenance of sewer pump stations, which encompasses cleaning, debris removal, and general upkeep. Inspection and Reporting Tasks include walking along sewer lines to identify and report any visible issues or concerns to higher-level staff for further action. Site Cleanup This involves assisting with the cleanup of sites after sewer maintenance or emergency response activities to restore them to their original state.

Crew Member II Water and Sewer Line Maintenance Assisting with and performing the installation, repair, and maintenance of the City's water and sewer lines. Responsibilities include repairing sewer lines and replacing gasket sleeves and fittings, especially at pump stations and along main lines. Roadway and Surface Restoration This involves performing roadway and surface restoration tasks, such as asphalt patching and replacing concrete curbs and gutters. Additionally, it includes repairing sidewalks, conducting brick work, and installing materials like rubber mulch. Fire Hydrant Maintenance Tasks include installing, repairing, and maintaining fire hydrants. It also involves exercising valves with appropriate equipment and performing hydrant flushing according to system maintenance procedures.

Why Join the Fredericksburg Team?

A Career with Purpose Join an experienced and supportive team that values public service, teamwork, safety, and the opportunity to develop new skills while contributing to the community every day.

Comprehensive Benefits The City offers a competitive benefits package that offers: medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid leave, paid training, and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.

Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements: Crew Member I

• Educational background equivalent to a high school diploma.
• A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license.
• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain VDOT-approved Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification within one (1) year of hire.
• Must complete and maintain OSHA-required training and certifications applicable to the position, including all assigned training within thirty (30) days of employment.

Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements: Crew Member Il

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• One (1) year of experience and/or training involving manual labor or successful progression from Crew Member I; or equivalent education, and/or experience.
• Must meet and maintain all minimum qualifications, licenses, certifications, and training requirements established for the preceding position within the Crew Member career ladder.
• Must possess a VDOT-approved Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification.
• Must complete and maintain OSHA-required training and certifications applicable to the position, including all assigned training within thirty (30) days in position.
• A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B.

Work Environment

 

BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City’s Core Values. Apply online: www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers

This position will remain open until filled.
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The City of Fredericksburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.