Public Works/Drainage - Drainage Maintenance Tech

Public Works/Drainage - Drainage Maintenance Tech

Salary

$33,770.00 - $60,785.00 Annually

Location

Public Works - Drainage Maintenance, Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09674

Department

DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE

Opening Date

11/09/2026

Closing Date

11/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible difference in your community? The City of Hampton is seeking a dedicated, hardworking individual to perform heavy manual work in the maintenance of drainage ways and related structures as our next Drainage Maintenance Technician. This vital role ensures the proper function of our stormwater systems and helps prevent flooding and environmental damage. As a member of our Public Works team, you'll work under close supervision following established procedures, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to essential infrastructure. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a team, and taking pride in physical, meaningful work - we want to hear from you!

Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community, celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the 757 and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits and promotes career and personal development. Benefits include enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, flexible and/or remote work opportunities for certain positions, excellent healthcare insurance, and other fringe benefits. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience operating related equipment or a closely related experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.

• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.

• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or have you successfully completed a GED?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you have operating a variety of hand tools to include shovels, rakes, pick axes and string line trimmers, chain saws, industrial mowers, backpack blowers, power winches and pole saws? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU OBTAINED THIS EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED.

• 0 - 1 year of experience
• 1 - 3 years of experience
• 3 - 5 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

03

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

04

I understand that if I am offered this position, I may be required to work outside of regular business hours to include evenings and weekends.

• Yes
• No

05

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

06

I understand that this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the Citys current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr