What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support Specialist Trainee position at UPPER OCCOQUAN SEWAGE AUTHORITY?
Ready to Develop the future of water!
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Support Specialist Trainee |
Grade 4 |
$51,422 - $82,275 |
Open: November 6, 2025 ? Close: Open Until Filled
One position available; filled based on the candidate’s qualifications. Starting salary will be between minimum and midpoint in the range.
ABOUT US
Are you passionate about making a difference and being a trusted steward of our most precious resource? UOSA is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team!
The Upper Occoquan Service Authority (UOSA) is a cutting-edge water recycling facility transforming the way the world thinks about sustainable water solutions. Established in 1978, UOSA serves Fairfax County, Prince William County, and the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park and is the first and longest-operated indirect potable reuse project in the United States. UOSA has been treating and reclaiming water for use as drinking water for nearly 50 years.
From being recognized as a Utility of the Future to pioneering advanced research and technology in the industry, our facility now recycles up to 54 million gallons of water per day. UOSA’s efforts ensure a reliable supply of high-quality recycled water, contributing to the overall drinking water strategy for the Northern Virginia area.
If you are ready to be challenged in designing, optimizing, and revolutionizing water treatment systems, then take the next step in your career and apply today to be part of our dedicated team!
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
· Operates, maintains, repairs and installs mechanical equipment including large industrial vacuum trucks and high pressure washers.
· Installs portable pumps.
· Perform work on sewage and chemical pumps and lines.
· Uses fire hoses to remove debris from dewatered basins.
· Inspection and replacement of odor control carbon.
· Learns to operate backhoe, tractors and dump trucks, high pressure jetter operations, large industrial vacuum truck.
· Assists in removal of debris and scale from tanks, pipes and other areas and confined spaces. Performs dewatering, debris removal, and maintenance of wet wells, force mains, clarifiers, emergency retention ponds (ERPs), storm water ponds, buildings and equipment.
· Uses heavy equipment to build lifts for placement of lime solids Landfill.
· Performs video-camera inspection of concealed facilities and pipelines.
· Responds to adverse weather and other emergencies; clears snow and ice then treats roads and walkways to prevent buildup of snow and ice; ensures safe ingress/egress of all buildings and areas for which the section is responsible.
· Performs work in confined spaces as requested; must meet all confined space entry requirements.
· Degreases and flushing pipes, pumps and other surfaces.
· Assists in repair and maintenance of manholes, motors and machinery.
· Maintenance of tractors, trailers and other heavy equipment.
· Installs portable electric pumps and large diesel pumps, dewatering pumps, and related hose assemblies.
· Descales piping and carbon furnace screens using inhibited acid for these jobs in a safe manner.
· Backflushes and degreases plugged pipelines and equipment.
· Operates a forklift to move supplies, 55-gallon drums, hoppers, and other similar items.
Salary : $51,422 - $82,275