ALBEMARLE COUNTY SERVICE AUTHORITY
HAS THE FOLLOWING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Pipeline Condition Technician
Position Summary: Under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor, the Pipeline Condition Technician performs leak detection and condition assessment activities on ACSA's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. This position evaluates the structural and operational condition of buried pipeline assets to support system reliability, reduce risk, and inform asset management and capital improvement planning. The technician uses specialized inspection technologies to identify defects, assess remaining service life, document findings, and develop recommendations for rehabilitation or replacement while supporting emergency response and maintaining compliance with ACSA safety and operational standards.
Duties Include: The Pipeline Condition Technician performs leak detection using acoustic, correlator, and other advanced technologies and conducts internal and external inspections through CCTV, visual assessments, non-destructive testing, and corrosion evaluation methods. Responsibilities include identifying and documenting defects such as corrosion, wall loss, cracking, joint failures, deformation, root intrusion, and infiltration/inflow; evaluating a variety of pipe materials for condition and risk of failure; collecting field data, photographs, video, and GPS information; and preparing technical reports with condition ratings and recommendations. The position operates and maintains specialized inspection equipment and construction equipment, including dump trucks, mini excavators, backhoes, trenchers, jetters, rodders, pumps, saws, tampers, and related tools, while coordinating inspection activities with engineering, maintenance, operations personnel, and contractors.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED is required; technical training in engineering technology, utilities, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have three to five years of experience in water and/or wastewater utility operations, pipeline inspection, infrastructure assessment, or a closely related field. Thorough knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, pipe materials, corrosion processes, and pipeline deterioration is required, along with the ability to interpret inspection data, construction drawings, maps, and GIS information. Experience using leak detection and pipeline inspection technologies, preparing technical reports, and communicating findings effectively is essential. A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License with a Class A Commercial Driver's License and Tanker Endorsement is required. The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain applicable certifications, including Confined Space Entry Supervisor, Confined Space Rescue Team, Virginia Flagger, OSHA, First Aid/CPR/AED, NIMMS, Forklift, and Asbestos Worker certifications. The position requires regular and reliable attendance, self-motivation, successful completion of required drug and alcohol testing, the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, lift up to 100 pounds, and wear the issued ACSA uniform while performing assigned duties.
Starting Salary Range $55,382 – $66,458
**Position Will Remain Open Until Filled**
Join a workforce dedicated to providing safe and reliable water to the citizens of Albemarle.
Applications and official job descriptions are available at Albemarle County Service Authority, 168 Spotnap Road, Charlottesville, VA 434-977-4511
Or visit our website www.serviceauthority.org
