Technician (I, II, III) - Utility Construction

Technician (I, II, III) - Utility Construction

Salary

$50,772.80 - $55,848.00 Annually

Location

Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

5847 - (Sept 2026)

Department

Public Utilities

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Do you want to make a direct impact in the local community by utilizing your technical skills in a variety of installation, maintenance, and repair projects? If so, apply to the Public Utilities Departments Technician - Utility Construction position!

The Technician - Utility Construction position in Public Utilities is a full-time position with benefits, and this advertisement has been written for a Technician III level. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Technician III level may be considered for other levels within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications.

Preferred Hiring Ranges*:

• Journeyman: $19.54 - $21.00 per hour (equivalent to $40,643 - $43,680 annually)
• Technician I: $20.45 - $22.50 per hour (equivalent to $42,536 - $46,800 annually)
• Technician II: $22.35 - $24.58 per hour (equivalent to $46,488 - $51,126 annually)
• Technician III: $24.41 - $26.85 per hour (equivalent to $50,772 - $55,848 annually)
• An exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidates qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy.

As a Technician in Utility Construction, you will:

• Serve as a team leader and assist with the supervision of other personnel;
• Operate a variety of equipment, specific to water and sewer utilities, powered by small engines, air, electricity, and/or hydraulics;
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, locations, and inspections of water and sewer lines and related facilities;
• Load and transport large construction vehicles;
• Operate rubber-tired backhoe, tracked excavators, or other similar equipment.
• Operate large tap machines and core drill machines;
• Establish grades with an automatic level and grade with a loader or other similar equipment;
• Interact with utility customers to relay appropriate and pertinent information, determine water service status, and field customer complaints;
• Maintain appropriate records and files, including providing written documentation of field activities;
• Assist other city departments, as needed, within class capabilities;
• Performs other related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Requirements for the Technician III Level:

• High school diploma or GED and considerable (3-5 years) experience in municipal water and sewer operations requiring broad technical and/or mechanical knowledge, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid drivers license. Current possession of or the ability to a valid Virginia Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B within six (6) months of hire date. CDL Class A preferred but not required.
• Basic Work Zone Traffic Control Certification through the Virginia Department of Transportation.
• Availability and willingness to participate in an on-call status for off-hours emergency response and a rotating non-working hours stand-by program.
• Click here to view the physical requirements of this position.

Interested in a career with Public Utilities but dont meet all of the minimum requirements above for the Technician III level? All applicants will be considered, for the level in which they qualify, at a rate commensurate with qualifications as stated above in this ad. You may click on the hyperlinked job titles at the top of this ad to view more information related to that particular position level.

The ideal candidate will have:

• General knowledge of maintenance, repair, and manual tasks in addition to general knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools required in the industry;
• Basic computer skills;
• The ability to perform continuous heavy manual work at a steady pace often under unfavorable weather conditions;
• The ability to diagnose and repair problems and plan and organize appropriate corrective action.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Alcohol and drug testing as required by the Department of Transportations Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA);
• FMCSA Clearinghouse Query;
• DMV record review;
• Job-specific physical; and
• Criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 09/21/2026)

The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the Citys website.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than 8th Grade
• Completed 8th Grade
• Attended High School
• High School Graduate
• GED
• Attend College
• College Graduate
• Attended Graduate School
• Masters Degree
• Graduate study beyond Masters
• Ph.D. or professional degree

02

Which of the following drivers license do you possess?

• No Valid Drivers License
• Valid Drivers License
• Valid Commercial Learners Permit
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (Class A or B)

03

How many years of experience do you have in municipal water and sewer operations requiring broad technical and/or mechanical knowledge?

• I do not have any experience.
• I have some experience but less than 1 year of experience.
• I have at least 1 year but less than 3 years of experience.
• I have at least 3 years but less than 5 years of experience.
• I have 5 or more years of experience.

04

Which of the following do you currently possess through the Virginia Department of Transportation?

• Basic Work Zone Traffic Control Certification
• Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control Certification
• Advanced Work Zone Traffic Control Certification
• None of the Above

05

Are you available and willing to participate in an on-call status for off-hours emergency response and a rotating non-working hours stand-by program?

• Yes
• No

06

I understand that if I do not meet the qualifications for the Technician III level that I may be considered for another level within the department at an annual rate commensurate with my qualifications.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Harrisonburg

Address 409 South Main Street

Third Floor

Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801

Phone 540.432.8920

540.432.7796

Website https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment