Successful candidates will have a high school diploma, able to lift 50lbs, available for shift work and weekends, possess good communication and computer skills, and follow written and oral instructions. Must sit for class IV Wastewater operator test within two years. Preference will be given to candidates with CDL. Duties include but not limited to: Record readings from meters and instruments;...Read more

Frederick Water is a public water and sewer utility that has an immediate opening for a Water Treatment Plant Operator that will be located at the new 8 MG Water Treatment Facility located in Stephenson, VA. The Plant Operator will assist in ensuring the facility is operational and meets permit requirements by performing routine operational tasks including skilled and technical work on water...Read more

Frederick Water has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant in our Finance Department. Ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, or minimum of three years accounting/bookkeeping experience. CPA candidate preferred. Microsoft Office proficient and Munis software knowledge a plus. Duties include: Performs traditional accounting tasks to include: journal entries; account and...Read more

Successful candidates will have a High school diploma, two years of related work experience, and able to lift 50 lbs. Duties include but not limited to: Turns on/off water for customers as directed; reads meters; investigates service inquires, including possible leaks and high consumption; removes meters for necessary repairs/testing and performs repairs for testing required; installs meters for...Read more

Requirements: High school diploma and two years’ experience in heavy manual work. Duties include but not limited to: installing, repairing, and maintaining water and sanitary sewer facilities; operates lawn mowers, tractors, tampers and pavement breakers; performs routine building and grounds maintenance tasks. Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often in unfavorable weather...Read more

Frederick Water’s Opequon Water Supply Plan (OWSP) is an initiative designed to meet the growing infrastructure needs of Frederick County. By 2035, our community may need as much as 12 million gallons of finished water each day, doubling today’s current demand! The OWSP will prepare for the growing needs of our community through a series of interconnected construction projects: Phase One: -Quarry...Read more

As temperatures drop, it is important to be prepared for the effect of cold weather on your water pipes. Preparation means knowing how to prevent pipes from freezing as well as knowing what to do if pipes do freeze or burst in your home. As the water in your pipe freezes, it expands and puts pressure on the pipes causing them to burst. The pipes most at risk are those in unheated interior spaces...Read more

Can You Imagine a Day Without Water? Water, a seemingly unending resource, plays a significant role in our lives, yet the infrastructure needed to maintain access to our homes and businesses is often out of sight, and therefore, out of mind. You wake up, shower, make your coffee, clean your car, feed your family, flush the toilet, wash your laundry. But have you thought about where your water...Read more