Water/Wastewater Utility Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Water/Wastewater Utility Technician for a full-time opportunity in Charles City, VA. This position is responsible for assisting with water and wastewater facility operations, performing water quality testing, monitoring equipment, and troubleshooting minor electrical issues involving pump control panels.

The ideal candidate is reliable, comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and willing to learn the technical skills necessary to support daily utility operations. This role requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to following assigned schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform water quality testing and learn established methods for testing wastewater effluent, including total residual chlorine, pH, and dissolved oxygen.

• Perform drinking water quality testing, including free residual chlorine, and learn applicable testing procedures.

• Monitor and accurately record readings from meters, gauges, charts, and computer screens.

• Use a multimeter to assist with minor electrical troubleshooting and diagnosing pump control panels, or demonstrate the ability to learn these skills.

• Maintain accurate chemical inventory records and communicate when supplies are running low to prevent essential chemicals from running out.

• Follow assigned routes and schedules for checking water and wastewater facilities.

• Communicate professionally through phone calls, text messages, and email.

• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients, customers, and government officials.

• Work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with team members.

• Participate in the scheduled on-call rotation and work weekends and holidays as needed.

• Follow all established safety procedures and operational requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Dependable transportation to and from work.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately record information.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Willingness to learn water quality testing procedures and basic electrical troubleshooting.

• Ability to follow schedules and complete assigned routes reliably.

• A satisfactory driving record and background check are required.

• Ability to accommodate rotating on-call responsibilities, including weekends and holidays as scheduled.