Entry-Level Water Distribution Technician

Harnett County; Lillington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Harnett Regional Water seeks a Distribution System Technician to perform installation, replacement, repair and preventive maintenance of the water distribution system. Training roles and license-dependent grades are included as part of the role.

Position requires working with hydrants, valves, meters and pumping stations; expects use of heavy equipment and adherence to safety standards in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with related water/sewer experience.
• Valid NC driver's license with ability to obtain Class A CDL within 6 months.
• NC Grade C Water Distribution System Operator certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, replacement, repair and preventive maintenance of the water distribution system.
• Participate in hydrant and valve exercises; locate lines and update maps for contractors.
• Operate heavy equipment including backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, and pipe threading equipment.
• Inspect and maintain water and sewer pumping stations; pump out wells and service pumps/motors.
• Respond to complaints about high bills, taste or odor; assist with line cleanouts and repairs.
• Read utility line maps and prepare simple records of work activities.

Skills

Reading maps

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Communication

Planning

Heavy equipment use

Education

GED or HS diploma

Class A CDL

NC Grade C Water Operator

Tools

Backhoe

Front end loader

Pipe threading machines

Jet machine

Sewer rodder

Job description

Harnett Regional Water seeks a Distribution System Technician to perform installation, replacement, repair and preventive maintenance of the water distribution system. Training roles and license-dependent grades are included as part of the role.

Position requires working with hydrants, valves, meters and pumping stations; expects use of heavy equipment and adherence to safety standards in daily tasks.