The City of Summerville is accepting applications for the position of Gas Maintenance Worker.
The City of Summerville Fire Department will conduct hydrant flushing on Monday, May 11, and Tuesday, May 12, from 8 AM until 3 PM each day.
Officials say residents in the Highway 48 area, the smaller road areas, and the filter plant area may notice brief periods of water discoloration during the maintenance process. The city says the discoloration is normal and safe. If discoloration occurs, residents are advised to run their tap water for a few minutes until it clears.
During the maintenance period, fire department crews will perform essential work on hydrants throughout the city, including lubrication, flushing, and function checks.
City officials thanked residents for their cooperation and understanding as crews complete the maintenance work designed to help keep the community protected and prepared.
The City of Summerville is now accepting applications for a Gas Maintenance Worker position.
The job involves assisting with the installation, repair, and maintenance of gas lines and system components throughout the city. Duties include transporting equipment, locating and repairing gas leaks, conducting inspections, maintaining pipelines and meters, and responding to emergency repair calls, including after-hours situations.
Workers will also be responsible for marking underground utilities, performing pressure tests, maintaining tools and inventory, and completing service reports.
The position requires outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions and includes physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, bending, and operating specialized equipment.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and typically need one to two years of related experience or training. A valid Georgia driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one, is also required.
Those interested can apply through the City of Summerville employment application.
Major improvements are now underway at the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, where construction has officially begun on new solid block walls inside the kennel area.
The City of Summerville is now accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a Caterpillar 910 Wheel Loader as part of ongoing efforts to support infrastructure and maintenance projects across the city.
Officials say the equipment will play a key role in daily operations, helping city crews handle a variety of tasks more efficiently and reliably.
Bids must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. on May 19, 2026, and delivered to Summerville City Hall located at 120 Georgia Avenue. City leaders are encouraging qualified vendors to review all requirements carefully and submit complete bid packages.
Detailed specifications and submission guidelines are available through the City of Summerville’s official website.
The City of Summerville is now accepting proposals from qualified contractors for the hauling and disposal of biosolids from its wastewater treatment facilities.
City officials say the request for proposals is aimed at securing a reliable partner to handle the routine removal, transportation, and proper disposal of biosolids, while ensuring full compliance with state and federal environmental regulations, including standards set by the EPA and Georgia EPD.
The selected contractor will be responsible for managing biosolids generated at municipal facilities as part of the city’s ongoing environmental operations.
Proposals must be submitted by 2 p.m. on April 19, 2026, at Summerville City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue.
Officials say complete details, including technical specifications, insurance requirements, and bid forms, are available through the city.
Walker County closed out fiscal year 2025 with more than $18 million in available funds, according to its latest annual audit, reflecting a significant increase in financial reserves.
Summerville Police responded to a complaint on April 8th regarding a missing mailbox at a property on Hinton Street.
According to the report, the complainant told officers that the mailbox had been removed around March 30th by a contractor working with the Georgia Department of Transportation. The resident also reported that some mail was missing.
The complainant stated he lives in a residence behind the former 180 Hinton Street location and had been sharing the mailbox with that property. He said the home at that address was recently purchased and demolished, and during that process, both the mailbox and the water line to his residence were affected.
The resident told officers he has attempted to contact GDOT about the situation but has not received a response. He requested a report be filed to document the incident.
Chattooga County officials have announced two upcoming road closures tied to infrastructure projects, with work set to affect both Hair Lake Road and Spring Creek Road.
The City of Summerville Fire Department is conducting hydrant flushing across parts of the city on April 7 and 8 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
The work is focused on West Summerville, including the Highway 48 area, Smallen Road, and Fish Hatchery Road.
During the flushing process, residents may notice brief periods of discolored water. City officials say this is normal and safe. If discoloration occurs, simply run your tap for a few minutes until the water clears.
Fire department crews will be performing routine maintenance on hydrants, including lubrication, flushing, and function checks to ensure the system is working properly.
Officials say the work is essential to keeping the community safe and prepared.