Utility Line Technician I
Salary
$20.00 Hourly
Location
Lynchburg, VA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
03440
Department
Water Resources
Opening Date
08/01/2025
Closing Date
8/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
• Description
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Description Water Resources Department is seeking Utility Line Technicians to repair and maintain water and sanitary sewer and storm sewer lines.  Successful candidates will perform routine and semiskilled work in a variety of construction, repair and maintenance assignments involving the use of various tools and equipment by performing the following duties. Normal starting pay for Utility Line Technician I is $20.00 per hour.  Pay is negotiable based on qualifications and experience.
City of Lynchburg offers competitive benefits .
The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• Performs manual labor associated with the repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines;
• Operates jack hammers, tampers, saws, and other handheld tools both mechanical and manual;
• Performs repair and maintenance on small equipment;
• Operates CDL equipment such as dump trucks, dump truck trailer, CCTV truck units and combination jetting vacuum (jet-vac) trucks;
• Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, one ton dump trucks, combination jetting vacuum (jet-vac) trucks, and other medium and light duty vehicles as necessary;
• Maintains time, material and work order records;
• Performs assigned duties in response to emergencies such as utility related emergencies, and weather-related emergencies - snow removal, and flooding;
• Works various schedules as assigned;
• Performs duties to demonstrate ability to move to Utility Line Technician II.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES • Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned;
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Minimum Education and Experience Required QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Additional Requirements • Possession of valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record according to City's criteria;
• Ability to obtain Commercial Driver's License Class A within 90 days of employment;
• Ability to obtain certifications necessary for specific work unit, such as flagger certificate, basic first aid and CPR certification;
• Relevant background checks must be completed and approved;
• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment.  May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position;
• Certification in NASSCO Pipeline Assessment Certification Program, or PACP, preferred;
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred;
• Experience with ArcMap or other GIS software preferred
The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the City's goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.
• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits: • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);
the City’s contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
• Life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation,  Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position
Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans
Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures
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DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.
• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Driver's License
02
If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.
03
If you currently possess a CDL License, please identify the CDL class you possess.
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(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.
• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Driver's License during the past 3 years.
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This position requires you to be on standby for seven consecutive days, evenings and weekends every 5 weeks. Standby employees must be available within one hour from being called. Can you work this schedule?
• Yes
• No
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This position requires you to work evenings and weekends for Water Resources emergencies and other City related emergencies, such as weather. Can you work this schedule?
• Yes
• No
07
This position's essential duties include repair and maintenance of water, sewer and stormwater lines working in ditches up to 18 feet deep. Can you safely perform this duty?
• Yes
• No
08
This position requires you to regularly climb a ladder with a 375 lb. weight rating. Can you perform this duty safely.
• Yes
• No
09
This position requires you to operate light and heavy equipment, list equipment that you have been trained to operate.
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This position requires you to repair and maintain water lines in various weather conditions. What experience do you have working in inclement weather - extreme hot and cold weather.
Required Question
Employer City of Lynchburg
Address 900 Church Street
Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504
Phone (434) 455-4200
Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources
Description Water Resources Department is seeking Utility Line Technicians to repair and maintain water and sanitary sewer and storm sewer lines.  Successful candidates will perform routine and semiskilled work in a variety of construction, repair and maintenance assignments involving the use of various tools and equipment by performing the following duties. Normal starting pay for Utility Line Technician I is $20.00 per hour.  Pay is negotiable based on qualifications and experience.
City of Lynchburg offers competitive benefits .
The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• Performs manual labor associated with the repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines;
• Operates jack hammers, tampers, saws, and other handheld tools both mechanical and manual;
• Performs repair and maintenance on small equipment;
• Operates CDL equipment such as dump trucks, dump truck trailer, CCTV truck units and combination jetting vacuum (jet-vac) trucks;
• Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, one ton dump trucks, combination jetting vacuum (jet-vac) trucks, and other medium and light duty vehicles as necessary;
• Maintains time, material and work order records;
• Performs assigned duties in response to emergencies such as utility related emergencies, and weather-related emergencies - snow removal, and flooding;
• Works various schedules as assigned;
• Performs duties to demonstrate ability to move to Utility Line Technician II.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES • Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned;
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Minimum Education and Experience Required QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Additional Requirements • Possession of valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record according to City's criteria;
• Ability to obtain Commercial Driver's License Class A within 90 days of employment;
• Ability to obtain certifications necessary for specific work unit, such as flagger certificate, basic first aid and CPR certification;
• Relevant background checks must be completed and approved;
• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment.  May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position;
• Certification in NASSCO Pipeline Assessment Certification Program, or PACP, preferred;
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred;
• Experience with ArcMap or other GIS software preferred