Water Services Worker CDL

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager. 

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

The Water Services Worker 08 CDL performs predetermined tasks to support the operation and maintenance of the water supply system. Major activities include, but not limited to, assisting in the repair and installation of mains, service lines, taps, valve, and hydrant replacement/repair and investigations under the direct guidance of a higher graded worker or Foreman.

• Performs various manual tasks, as directed by a Foreman, or higher graded worker, to support the general maintenance, repair, and replacement activities of the water distribution system.

• Assists in the performance of preventative maintenance and emergency repair and replacement of mains, service lines, taps, valves, and hydrants.

• Assists higher graded worker in performing emergency and scheduled water main shutoffs, isolating and closing mains, and turn-on and turn-off of water for non-payment.

• Serves repair notices to consumers.

• Participates in the performance of repair and maintenance activities. 

• Assists in erecting barricades, lighting system and warning devices prior to excavation and sets up traffic control devices. 

• Coordinates the marking of utility lines and ensures that markings are completed before the start of excavation work.

• Uses plats and maps to assist in locating water mains. 

• Participates in the installation of copper service fines from the tap to the property line. 

• Provides assistance in adjusting frames, covers, meter housing, curb boxes or other appurtenances to grade. 

• Participates in the replacement and maintenance of valves, curb cocks and water service pipes that are damaged or obstructed; and in the replacement of meter 2/4 and connection leaks. 

• Operates the Authority's fixtures to facilitate pressure tests, flushing, disinfection tests, main and service activations, charging and draining of mains, cross-connection inspections, flow tests and other system related activities. 

• Cleans and restores worksites after jobs are completed to ensure that the work are left in a neat, safe, and acceptable condition. 

• Directs traffic control and arranges safety barriers and safety signals. 

• Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations including the construction and assembly of shoring devices in excavations and utilization of standard and job-specific safety equipment. 

• Operates power and mechanical toots and equipment, such as air compressors, jackhammers, leak detection devices, valve operators, etc. 

• Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment including dump trucks (with trailers), crew cabs, pick-up trucks and vans. 

• Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner- Reports any accidents, incidents, and/or operating deficiencies to the appropriate Authority personnel. 

• Assists in preparing accident and incident reports. 

• Participates in recording necessary field data and presenting accurate and descriptive daily work reports. 

• Required to work shift work, holidays and weekends. 

• Subject to being placed on call during hours and schedule identified by the Authority and is required to work overtime during emergencies. 

• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the supervisor. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts with co-workers throughout the department and with the general public. 

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. 

At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital.

• Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.
• Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and well-being.
• Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions.
• Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

    The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities.” If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email [email protected].

Minimum Salary: $37.10

Maximum Salary: $43.28