Lead Utility Technician – Water & Sewer Systems

The Charlotte Observer Publishing Company; Carrboro, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

457 plan contribution

Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance

Long-term Disability

Paid Holidays

Vacation/Sick/Personal/Bereavement/Par

Recovery Leave

Educational Reimbursement

Bonuses for Certifications/Education

Cell Phone Stipend

Job summary

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) in Carrboro, NC is seeking a Utility Technician III to support water distribution and sewer collection operations. You will work on maintenance of water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines, assist with meters, and help respond to after-hours emergencies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of related experience, and a valid NC driver's license with CDL ability.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED plus specialized schooling in water/sewer systems.
• Two years of experience on water and sewer systems.
• Valid NC driver's license with ability to obtain/maintain CDL.
• Ability to obtain Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B certifications; active preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Cityworks or similar system.
• Strong communication with customers, public and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supports maintenance of water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASA system.
• Assigned to a crew covering Sewer Maintenance and Easements or Valve and Hydrant Maintenance.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, and operate valve and hydrant infrastructure.
• Locate, repair, install and replace water services and sampling stations.
• Assist customers with issues and service meters, meters boxes and setters.
• Perform cleaning, inspection, and preventative maintenance of wastewater collection system.
• Contribute to construction of new/ replacement water and sewer infrastructure.
• Respond to rotating after-hour emergencies as needed.
• Ensure personal and public safety at all times.
• Operate tools and heavy equipment (Dump truck, backhoe, excavator, loader, etc.).
• Lead team in absence of Crew Supervisor.

Skills

Communication with customers

Team leadership

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Outdoor work in all weather

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cityworks or similar work order system

Job description

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) in Carrboro, NC is seeking a Utility Technician III to support water distribution and sewer collection operations. You will work on maintenance of water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines, assist with meters, and help respond to after-hours emergencies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of related experience, and a valid NC driver's license with CDL ability.