Water/Sewer Utility Worker ; Perm
Listed on 2026-02-25
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Building Maintenance, Utility Technician
Location: Abingdon
Job Description
Summary:
Job Description:
Salary Range: $38,699.00-$BUDGETED SALARY: $41,715.00
Please note - a $5,000 hiring bonus will be paid within your first 6 months of employment, and you must remain employed for at least two years.
Essential Duties:
- Performs general labor tasks related to the operation and maintenance of water and sewer systems
- Assists in the maintenance of tools and equipment
- Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment such as hydro-jet cleaning machines in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
- Operates various Harford County vehicles, one ton or less, in accordance with safety standards
Years of
Experience:
1 year of related experience
Years of Supervisory
Experience:
None
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Certifications, Licensures, and Examinations:
Possession of a valid Class "C" non-commercial drivers license with no more than three (3) points acceptable for job entry. Employee must obtain a valid Class "A" CDL license with "O" restriction, pass the air brake test, and secure a tanker endorsement "N" with no more than three (3) points within (6) months from date of hire. Employee is subject to termination if licensure is not obtained as indicated.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Organizational skills including the capacity to anticipate issues and prioritize tasks, ability to manage multiple priorities or projects
- Knowledge of or the ability to undergo training to comprehend and apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards
- Ability to follow and execute tasks based on directions communicated in a variety of ways, including ability to interpret Standard Operating Produces
- Ability to maintain composure, even in very difficult situations, ability to manage conflict and tactfully handle complaints and difficult situations
- Ability to follow and execute tasks based on directions communicated in a variety of ways, including ability to interpret Standard Operating Produces
- Ability to provide internal and external customer service in a courteous manor
- Knowledge of safety signs, symbols and labels
- Ability to operate basic hand tools and maintain tools, ability to perform minor maintenance on buildings, equipment and grounds
- Ability to follow and execute tasks based on directions communicated in a variety of ways, including ability to interpret Standard Operating Produces
- Ability to deal with internal and external customers in a courteous manor
- Attention to detail
- Equipment maintenance and repair skills
- Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize software, hardware and communication devices to perform tasks
- Equipment maintenance and repair skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Reading comprehension
- Ability to inspect equipment and facilities
- Skilled listener, ability to practice actively listening
SAFETY:
Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations, and applicable Harford County safety
COMPENSATION:
Other compensation may include, but is not limited to:
- Overtime
- Compensatory time
- Shift Differentials
BENEFITS:
Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- Health, Dental & Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation
- Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
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