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Job Description
ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients' Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees' Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers' needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.
POSITION SUMMARY
This
FULL-TIME
position pays $17.14 per hour and is located in Newport News, Virginia. The Crew Technician is responsible for assisting with the maintenance, installation, and repair of the water distribution system, operating necessary equipment, supporting site restoration efforts, following safety procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining accurate records, and related duties as assigned. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-conscious professionals with strong teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced field environment, and other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Assists with performing scheduled and preventative maintenance and installation on the water distribution system; repairs water leaks, mains, services, and meters as needed. Prepares reports, daily records, and required documentation accurately and efficiently. Operates equipment such as line trucks, dump trucks, valve trucks, and hydrant trucks as necessary for job completion. Assists with water quality flushing activities and water main shut-offs when required. Assists with asphalt operations and performs general landscaping duties at project sites following completion of work. Follows proper safety procedures to ensure the safety of equipment, coworkers, and the public. Ensures all activities and site conditions comply with federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and procedures. Performs routine checks, preventative maintenance, installation, and repair of related equipment. Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions in a timely manner. Cleans and maintains equipment to ensure safe and effective operation. Participates in developing departmental goals, objectives, and operational systems. Attends staff meetings, training sessions, seminars, and other assigned meetings. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve department efficiency and service performance. Efficiently performs duties as assigned and works collaboratively as part of the division and company team. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous experience in construction, utilities, maintenance, public works, or a related field is preferred. Ability to safely operate tools, equipment, and machinery used in water distribution and maintenance operations. Valid driver's license and clean driving record is needed. Must pass background check and drug test. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working outdoors. Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times. Ability to safely perform physical labor associated with maintenance and repair operations. Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics: You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. You like to make your employer look good. You find solutions, where others only see problems. You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. You are aware of the employer's needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission. The benefits of working for ATHENA include: Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better. Medical, dental and vision insurance. Medical and dependent flexible spending account. Pet insurance. Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area. 401k with a generous employer match. Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal. The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. #
ATHENAJOBS-Mid Pay:
$17.14 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance
