Nelsonville seeking full-time Utility Technician, submit resume, and a brief statement of interest to, ascarberry@cityofnelsonville.com, or apply online at, https://tinyurl.com/5n7atsfh, Deadline: 5PM 5/22/2026

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The City of Nelsonville is seeking a full-time Utility Technician. Under general supervision, the Utility Technician performs duties related to water distribution, sewer collection, and street maintenance. This position requires operation of various city equipment and the ability to perform a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks as assigned.

Utility Technician

City of Nelsonville – Nelsonville, OH

Pay: From $21.61 – $23.03 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Water Distribution & Sewer Collection

  • Tap and connect water and sewer services to mains
  • Install and repair water mains, sewer mains, and valves
  • Maintain and repair manholes and fire hydrants
  • Turn on, shut off, and maintain meters and sewers
  • Operate equipment such as track hoe, skid steer, and hydro-excavation truck
  • Assist other Utility Technicians as needed
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Street Department

  • Repair and replace street signs
  • Install, repair, and replace culverts
  • Perform asphalt street maintenance
  • Operate and maintain mowers, trimmers, and dump trucks
  • Maintain rights-of-way, City parks, and aquatic center
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles
  • Safely operate equipment including: track hoe, skid steer, backhoe, dump truck, hydro-excavation truck, street sweeper, asphalt roller, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, pumps, and other tools in accordance with manufacturer guidelines

Additional Requirements

  • Must be available for emergency on-call duty 24/7
  • May be required to work weekends and holidays
  • Subject to a six (6) month proba8onary period

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to safely and effectively operate City equipment
  • Knowledge of excavation, drainage, trenching, and related construction work
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Understanding of safety standards and practices
  • Ability to perform physically demanding labor, including lifting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and digging

Working Conditions

  • Work performed in all-weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind
  • Exposure to chemicals, gases, fumes, dust, insects, and high noise levels
  • Work around uneven, slippery, or steep surfaces and moving hazards such as traffic

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Valid Ohio driver’s license
  • Must obtain a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement within one (1) year of hire

Supervision

Reports to the City Service Director and/or City Manager

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8-hour day shift Nights, weekends, and on-call as needed

How to Apply

Submit your resume, including work experience, education, contact information, and two references, along with a brief statement of interest to: ascarberry@cityofnelsonville.com or coenj@cityofnelsonville.com. Deadline: Friday, May 22, 2026, at 5:00PM.

Or apply online at Indeed by going to, https://tinyurl.com/5n7atsfh.