Utilities Specialist

Post Date

Mar 24, 2026

Location

Petersburg,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23803
US
May 31, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Light Industrial

Req #

RIC-ecf5e81b-ad3e-4322-bfa4-019cc4f60d7e

Pay Rate

$14 - $17 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Utilities Specialist to support one of our large municipalities. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of plumbing experience and will be responsible for the following:
• Perform water line excavation and repair: Dig ground, access water mains, repair service leaks, and replace old lead lines with new piping.
• Install new service connections: Complete taps and install service lines for new residential homes and other new line services.
• Operate and support equipment use: Perform shoveling, grading, and other manual labor tasks.
• Work under crew supervision: Follow guidance from a crew supervisor to perform tasks correctly and learn required parts and processes.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- Min. 6mos-1 year of plumbing experience
- Willingness to learn/self starter
- Handy man

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.