Temporary Positions

Prince William Water is currently recruiting for the following temporary/seasonal (summer) positions. The length of these assignments varies and is also dependent on available workload.

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SEASONAL POSITIONS (37.5 HOURS PER WEEK)

Position Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to operate small equipment such as lawn mowers and weed trimmers.
• Ability to paint.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others as well as in a team environment.
• Assists maintenance crews in the absence of personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned (i.e. wash trucks, clean shops, etc.)
• Some experience in grounds and building maintenance and/or painting.
• Possession of a valid Virginia driver's license with a satisfactory driving record according to Prince William Water policy.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion. Position requires workers to walk or stand for long periods; may lift and carry up to 60 pounds; climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; feel the size, shape and temperature of items; and operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak clearly, to see and hear clearly with or without correction, and to detect odors.
• Work environment: Primary work is performed in shop or field settings and outside. Employees are exposed to dirt and soil; unpleasant odors; working outside in hot and humid conditions, or in inclement weather; and to hazards in the work.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:

• Run fire hydrant flow tests.
• Prepare and send out fire flow test results.
• Update GIS database with fire flow report information.
• Assist with plan review.
• Log and scan plans.
• Assist Utility Inspectors with other duties as assigned.
• Must have excellent computer skills, be detail oriented and have good communication skills.
• Possession of a valid Virginia driver's license with a satisfactory driving record according to Prince William Water policy.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: The work is mostly sedentary with periods of light physical activity. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for short periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work required the ability to speak clearly and to see and hear clearly with or without correction.
• Work environment: Primary work is performed indoors in a standard office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is subject to frequent interruptions. This position may be required to field verify information using a GPS handheld. When working in the field, there is exposure to a variety of weather conditions, traffic and noise.