Public Works / Wastewater - Technician Trainee

Salary : $34,268.00 - $61,684.00 Annually

Location : Hampton, VA

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : 08963

Department : WASTEWATER OPERATIONS

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 12 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Function

Kickstart Your Career in Public Works!

Join the City of Hampton's Public Works - Wastewater Division as a Technician Trainee and gain hands-on experience supporting our inflow and infiltration program. In this entry-level role, you'll work under close supervision and follow established procedures to learn a wide range of technical skills related to the operation, inspection, and maintenance of the City's wastewater infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in building a career in public utilities, environmental services, or wastewater management. Bring your willingness to learn, and we'll provide the training and support to help you grow.

Make a difference in your community - apply today and start your path toward a rewarding public service career!

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) months of full-time equivalent experience in maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical equipment or a closely related experience.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must possess and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with an N-endorsement (Tanker Vehicle) within 180 days of employment.
• 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.

Additional Requirements

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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 :

Maternity Leave

The eleven paid holidays each year include :

Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the

Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.

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Have you graduated from high school or successfully completed a GED?

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Which option below best describes your experience in the maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical equipment? PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE.

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

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

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Do you have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B with N endorsement (tanker) or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?

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I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.

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