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DPU Hiring Event is February 9

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities will be hosting another hiring event on Tuesday, March 8 at Main Street Station (1500 E. Main Street). This event will allow candidates looking for a new career an opportunity to apply and have an on-site interview. This is follow up to the Hiring Event held on Wednesday, February 9  from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at Main Street Station (1500 E. Main Street). 

This event is ideal for candidates who are looking to start more than a new job, but ready to begin a new career! As providers of essential public health and safety services, a career at DPU is very rewarding. DPU’s employee vision is to be a premier employer that nurtures employee pride, success and development through honesty, integrity, respectfulness and service toward others.

Be on the lookout for updated event details on the March 8 Hiring Event soon!

February 9 Hiring Event Details
With over 10 position types, candidates are likely to find one which suits their skills and interests. Featured positions at this Hiring Event include: Customer Care Specialist – Customer Service Call Center, Equipment Operator, Maintenance Operations and Crew Chief, Utilities Field Pipeline Technician, Maintenance Worker and Water Quality Technician.

Qualified applicants will be interviewed on-site. Some positions may include contingent offers of employment the day of the hiring event. These contingent offers have to be followed up with testing and a successful background check and drug/alcohol screening. Other positions will be interviewed and advised of next steps in the hiring process.

Be Prepared:

  • Click here to check for the current job openings. Positions for which interviews will be conducted at the Hiring Event are noted in the job descriptions.
  • Find the job you want to apply for and submit your application on-line (not required, but will save time).
  • Print your job application and bring it with you (not required, but will save time).
  • MASKS REQUIRED and MUST be worn at all times while inside of the building.
  • Valid driver’s license/CDL or photo I.D. required for interview. No exceptions

What to Expect:

  • Qualified applicants will be interviewed onsite.
  • Most positions will be interviewed and advised of next steps in the hiring process.
  • Some positions may include contingent offers of employment the day of the hiring event.

Note: Contingent offers mean you will have to complete testing, a successful background check and drug/alcohol screening before your start date.

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