COME JOIN THE PULASKI COUNTY TEAM! PSA UTILITY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II Pulaski County Public Service Authority Water Service Department is seeking a full-time Utility Maintenance Technician II to maintain, repair, and construct municipal water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Reporting to the Utility Maintenance Supervisor, this position involves installing utility lines, operating excavation equipment, locating underground utilities, responding to emergencies via rotating on-call duties, and ensuring safe, reliable operations through dependable attendance. This position reports to Utility Maintenance Supervisor. Standard work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional holiday work required as well as evening and weekend availability for emergency response. The starting salary range is $35,949 to $61,023, commensurate with education and experience. Educational Requirements: Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, though relevant work experience may substitute for a portion of the education requirement. Preferred candidates will have experience in the maintenance, repair, and construction of water and sewage facilities, along with basic math skills and a strong mechanical aptitude. Age Requirement: Individual must be at least 18 years of age. Please note that this position requires: Pre-employment drug screening and alcohol testing Background check DMV Driving record check Excellent benefit package that includes: Health, dental and prescription drug insurance Optional vision, cancer, critical illness, accident, life, AirMedCare, Pet, and Christmas club Virginia state retirement and life plus optional 457b retirement program with company match Sick, vacation and birthday leave Short and long-term disability Multiple paid holidays Free YMCA membership and more! Interested individuals may apply at the appropriate Nearest One Stop and/ or apply online at www.pulaskicounty.org. Full job descriptions for all positions are located on the website. Pulaski County, VA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To request an accommodation for disabilities, contact Human Resources at 540-994-2406. Individuals that require a paper application should contact Kristin Rakes, HR Specialist at krakes@pulaskicounty.org or call 540- 994-2628. Pulaski County, Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) organization. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the County. The County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, promotion, retention, or any other employment action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or Virginia law. This position will open until filled. The position was first advertised on 10/29/2026. To comply with company policy, this position will remain posted for a minimum of 5 days SA Utility Maintenance Technician II Pulaski County Department: Water/Wastewater Supervision Exercised: None Supervision Received: Utility Maintenance Supervisor Work is performed with general instruction and supervision. Employee will undergo a sixmonth orientation period and will be evaluated at the end of the six-month term. Employee will be evaluated annually thereafter. Classification (FLSA): Non-Exempt/ Full-Time Age Requirement: Individual must be at least 18 years of age REQUIRED TESTING/SCREENING, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATIONS: Drug and Alcohol Testing, Background Screening, current drivers license and Driving Record Required. If the State of Virginia requires employees working with sewer and water facilities in this capacity to become registered operators in the future the registration will automatically become part of the requirements for this position. Alternate Essential OR Essential Employee: Yes, please see Pulaski County Personnel Policy Residency Requirements: Not required. Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Some holiday and weekend work may be required. Includes some evening and weekend emergency work. Benefits Eligible: Yes Leave Time Eligible: Yes ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs routine maintenance, repair, inspection, and construction of municipal water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Installs and repairs water and sewer lines, mains, manholes, hydrants, valves, meters, and related infrastructure. Operates trucks, excavation equipment, power tools, and other utility maintenance equipment. Locates underground utilities, assists with excavation and restoration, monitors system flows and pressures, and maintains safe work zones. Responds to water and sewer emergencies and participates in rotating on-call duties. Performs minor repairs and maintenance of vehicles and equipment and assists other utility staff as needed. Maintains regular and reliable attendance and reports to work as scheduled and on time to perform the essential functions of the position. Physical presence on the job is required as essential functions and responsibilities are not suited to remote work. JOB REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. PSA UTILITY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II Page 2 of 4 RESPONSIBILITIES: Compliance with all applicable regulatory, safety, and County requirements related to water and wastewater operations. Installs, maintains, inspects, and repairs water and sewer lines, mains, manholes, outfall lines, taps, hydrants, meters, valves, and related appurtenances. Operates and maintains trucks, backhoes, tractors, excavators, jet trucks, lawn equipment, pumps, power tools, and other utility maintenance equipment. Locates underground utilities and assists with excavation, repair, backfilling, asphalt cutting, patching, and restoration work. Performs routine inspections of water and sewer systems and facilities to identify maintenance and repair needs. Repairs water and sewer leaks, replaces damaged or deteriorated lines, and maintains flow meters. Tests flow meter rates and water and sewer line pressures and monitors system flows. Establishes and maintains traffic control and safe work zones during field operations. Inspects work performed by private contractors as assigned. Responds to emergency situations, including water breaks, blocked sewer lines, power failures, high-water alarms, and other water and wastewater emergencies. Services vehicles and equipment and performs minor repairs and adjustments as needed. Participates in a rotating on-call schedule. Provides assistance with other utility maintenance activities as requested. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of basic utility maintenance, repair, and construction practices. Knowledge of basic mechanical principles and equipment operation. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices related to water, wastewater, utility maintenance, repair, and construction. SK