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Gwinnett County WR Trades Associate I, II, III (Repair & Maintenance) in United States
WR Trades Associate I, II, III (Repair & Maintenance)
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WR Trades Associate I, II, III (Repair & Maintenance)
Salary
$40,000.00 - $61,280.00 Annually
Location
Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type
Full-Time Merit
Job Number
26-03643
Department
Department of Water Resources
Opening Date
03/03/2026
Closing Date
4/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Class Summary
REPOSTED 3/3/26
Hiring Salary Range:
Water Resources Trades Associate I - $40,000 - $43,337
Water Resources Trades Associate II - $44,968 - $51,713
Water Resources Trades Associate III - $53,286- $61,280
Job Description
This class is responsible for having specialized knowledge in area of assignment, researching problems, providing customer service, and maintaining work reports. This is a field customer service position and duties in this category may include operation of various complex vehicles and equipment and performing associated duties in the construction, repair and maintenance of public utilities, water mains, service lines, fire hydrants, meters and valves.
Essential Duties
The Water Resources Trades Associate I class is responsible for assisting with daily maintenance and repair of water distribution and collection lines.
The Water Resources Trades Associate II class is responsible for having specialized knowledge in area of assignment, researching problems, and maintaining work reports.
The Water Resources Trades Associate III class is responsible for serving as a lead to lower staff and is proficient in most areas of assignment; some positions may supervise limited staff or serve as a lead worker in the absence of the supervisor.
Other Job Requirements/Information
This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays
Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications
Water Resources Trades Associate I- Grade A12(3)
High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND
Valid Driver's License
Georgia Commercial Driver's License must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
Water Resources Trades Associate II - Grade B21(3)
High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND
Two years of related work experience
Valid Driver's License
Georgia Commercial Driver's License must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
Confined Space Certification must be obtained within 6 months.
Water Resources Trades Associate III - Grade B23(3)
High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND
Four years of related work experience
Valid Driver's License from state of residency
Georgia Commercial Driver's License must be obtained within 12 months of employment
Confined Space Certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment
*An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the jobs listed above will also be considered.
For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click one of the links below:
Water Resources Trades Associate I (https://secure.neogov.com/classspec/detail/3ebcd8091a825b11822e0df5dd20a0a9)
Water Resources Trades Associate II
Water Resources Trades Associate III (https://secure.neogov.com/classspec/detail/335fb4d0ab9e00a993fba5504aabe065)
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
For more information about this department, please click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/government/departments/water) .
Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!
Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Hiring Process (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess)
FAQs
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
Medical plans for active and retired employees
Dental and vision plans
Prescription drug plan
Wellness
Onsite Employee Wellness Center
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Immunizations
Wellness education and incentive programs
Annual wellness fair
Family and Career
Training and professional development opportunities
Family planning benefits
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Time
Annual/Sick Leave
12 paid holidays per calendar year
1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Money
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
Health Savings Account (HSA) available
Retirement and Savings Plans
401(a) Defined Contribution
457 (b) Deferred Compensation
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Financial education programs
Protection
Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Critical illness and accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Identity theft protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) .
01
How many years of maintenance, repair or construction experience do you have?
none
less than 1 year
1 year to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years or more
02
Describe your maintenance, repair or construction experience. If none, type N/A.
03
How many years of experience do you have working with the water industry or working for a utility organization?
None
Less than 1 year
1 year to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 Years or more
04
Please describe your experience with sewer, water, or stormwater installation/repair? If none, please respond N/A.
05
Do you have the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 months of being hired?
Yes
No
06
Please describe your experience operating heavy equipment. If none, type N/A.
Required Question
Employer
Gwinnett County
Address
75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Phone
770.822.7915 770.822.7923
Website
http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com