Maintenance and Operations Specialist
Salary
$25.44 - $48.52 Hourly
Location
Prince William County, VA
Job Type
Full-Time (FT)
Job Number
202610643
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Division
PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION
Opening Date
06/23/2026
Closing Date
7/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE
B23
Hiring Salary
$25.44/Hr.-$36.98/Hr.
Introduction
Are you looking for a challenging, yet rewarding job that will help make a difference in the lives of all Prince William County residents? The Prince William County Department of Public Works Construction & Operations Division is looking for a reliable, dedicated, and hard-working person to join our Drainage Maintenance Team as a Maintenance and Operations Specialist. The Drainage Maintenance Team is vital to the lives of Prince William County to maintain our functioning stormwater infrastructure; this infrastructure protects our roads, houses, rivers and streams!
About This Role: This class is part of a Maintenance and Operations Job Family. This position requires performing technical/skilled maintenance tasks combined with coordinating and completing work activities with assigned staff. Responsibilities may include organizing and executing work and assigning and overseeing work for lower-level staff; monitoring work progress; addressing citizens concerns regarding work sites and activities; inspecting completed work; providing technical expertise in complex situations; trouble-shooting field conditions, and using electronic software to research, plan, and complete work.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or G.E.D. and 2 years of related experience.
Related experience includes:
Preferences:
5 years or more related experience including proficient operation of heavy construction equipment/machinery (Excavators, loaders, skid steer, rollers), and installing and repairing gravity pipes.
Ability to operate plate tampers, compaction machines, heavy and light power tools.
Working knowledge of scheduling principles, storm/drainage maintenance principles: procedures, and methods.
Working knowledge of tools and equipment related to applicable maintenance.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong record-keeping principles.
Proficient use of modern office technology, including GIS and records systems.
Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, codes, and regulations.
Certification in Trenching and Excavation, Chainsaw Safety, OSHA 10;
Special Requirements:
Must possess a valid Driver's License; Must pass local, state, and federal background check; Must pass a pre-employment physical;
Although a CDL is not required for this position, the County may encourage the selected candidate to obtain one at a future time. If obtained, the employee would be required to comply with alcohol and controlled substance testing in accordance with Federal Transit Administration Mandate Title 49 Transportation §382, Subpart C.
Must be at least 18 years of age to perform duties which involve handling, applying or otherwise working with hazardous materials.
Position typically requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, and grasping light to heavy objects.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.
Work Schedule:
Normal work week is Monday-Friday 7:00 am-3:00 pm, with a 7.5-hour workday and half-hour lunch, total of 8.0 hour day. Some Saturday work could be required to support other crews and projects on rare occasions. Overtime would be very limited for this position. This position may also be required to provide support during inclement weather and emergency related events.
Starting Salary Range:
$25.44/Hr.-$36.98/Hr.
We also offer great benefits including:
Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here
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The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety ,Click here for the class description
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
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I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.
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I understand that this position requires acceptable results of a criminal background check, If selected, I agree to allow the County to perform a criminal background check before I am offered this position.
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Do you have a high school education or General Equivalency Diploma with the ability to read and write standard English?
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How many years of experience do you have planning and executing stormwater/drainage construction or maintenance, including excavation, underground pipe installation, rip-rap placement, and final site grading?
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This position requires experience in the operation of mini-excavators, skid-steers, plate tampers, walk behind rollers, and similar equipment. Please select the option that best describes your work-related years of experience operating this type of equipment.
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Please quantify your experience communicating with citizens, in person, related to concerns and the work environment.
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Quantify your years of experience using GIS-based database systems to identify and locate properties, infrastructure, and easements.
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Quantify your experience in appropriately executing and overseeing safety regulations and requirements on a construction site
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Quantify your experience in leading a construction crew and delegating tasks.
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Quantify your experience maintaining and repairing construction equipment.
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The work schedule for this position requires this position to work Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with possible overtime on occasion. Can you accommodate this work schedule and these requirements?
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Is there any reason you would be denied approval for access to Marine Corps Base Quantico?
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Please list any certifications, licenses, or non-expired training related to this position.
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Employer Prince William County Government
Address 1 County Complex Court
Prince William County, Virginia, 22192
Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers