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General Information

ID
1153
Main Organization
General Government
Location
DPU/Water Trans & Distribution - 10401 Woodman Road, Glen Allen
Minimum Salary
$ 70,822
Max Salary
$ 130,281
Posting Date
07-10-2026
Closing Date
07-27-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Performs supervisory and technical work in construction, operation and/or maintenance in the Department of Public Utilities; does related work as required.

Essential Duties
  • Considerable knowledge of and skill in the operation and maintenance of pumping equipment and electric motors and/or of the types and uses of utility equipment used in water and sewer construction and/or of meters and meter services and/or of heavy construction equipment, grading, compacting, and drainage
  • Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards of and safety precautions for the work
  • Ability to supervise the work of others
  • Ability to use and instruct others in the use of standard tools used in the assigned area
  • Ability to check mechanical equipment and to detect flaws or defects in operation
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Physical condition that will permit activities including, but not limited to, lifting, driving and working under adverse temperatures and/or weather conditions
Additional Information

This position reports to the Operations Division of DPU at 10401 Woodman Road.

 

Requires the possession of a valid Virginia Commercial driver's license, with endorsements and without restrictions. 

 

May require a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the given position.

 

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma required; college coursework in engineering preferred, and two (2) years of increasingly responsible work experience in utilities operations, including one (1) year of supervisory experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: https://henrico.gov/hr/benefits-for-employees/ to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).