Lead Utility Technician – Water & Sewer (On-Call)

Owasa; Carrboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

457 plan

Health savings account

Insurance package

Holidays

Leave benefits

CDL bonus

Cell phone stipend

Educational reimbursement

Certifications bonus

Sick leave transfer

Many more benefits

Job summary

OWASA is seeking an experienced Utility Technician III to support water distribution and sewer collection maintenance. The role covers multiple crews and responsibilities including locating and repairing water mains, maintaining meters, and servicing infrastructure.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with specialized water/sewer training, 2 years’ experience, and a valid NC driver’s license with CDL eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with specialized schooling in water and sewer systems.
• Two years of experience working with water and sewer systems.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license with ability to obtain CDL.
• Ability to obtain Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B certification; active certifications preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and knowledge of Cityworks or similar work order system.
• Ability to communicate information clearly with customers, the public, and coworkers.
• Physical ability to exert up to 100 pounds, stand/walk extensively, work outdoors in all weather, and respond to after-hours on-call.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines across OWASA’s system.
• Lead team in the Crew Supervisor's absence.
• Respond to rotating on-call emergencies after hours.
• Operate hand tools and heavy equipment (dump truck, backhoe, excavator, loader, tamping tools, tapping machine).
• Support maintenance of sewer and water infrastructure, including mains, meters, and services.
• Assist with new installations and replacements of aging infrastructure and projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Water/sewer system experience

Education

High school diploma or GED with specialized water/sewer schooling

Tools

Cityworks

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

OWASA is seeking an experienced Utility Technician III to support water distribution and sewer collection maintenance. The role covers multiple crews and responsibilities including locating and repairing water mains, maintaining meters, and servicing infrastructure.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with specialized water/sewer training, 2 years’ experience, and a valid NC driver’s license with CDL eligibility.