Line Maintenance Mechanic

City of Hendersonville; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hendersonville is seeking a skilled Line Maintenance roles in the Water and Sewer Department. The position involves semi-skilled to skilled work in preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of water and sewer lines, meters, hydrants, and ROWs.

Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, installing taps, maintaining rights-of-way, and performing site restoration. A valid driver’s license and operator certifications are required, with many certifications obtainable within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; preferred experience in water distribution or wastewater systems repair, maintenance and/or construction.
• Valid driver’s license required at time of hire.
• Must obtain NC water/wastewater operator certifications within 18 months of employment.
• Must obtain NC Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A.
• CPR, Flagger, and Trenching/Shoring certifications or ability to acquire within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate mini-excavators, skid steers with attachments, dump trucks, and other equipment for water/sewer line maintenance and repair.
• Operate tapping machines to make water and sewer taps and connections.
• Install and repair water/sewer pipelines, meters, and related appurtenances.
• Perform landscap­ing and surface restoration at job sites.
• Work outside normal hours for emergencies or on-call duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mini-excavators

Skid steers

Backhoe

Vibratory rollers

Job description

Job Type: Full Time

Department: Water and Sewer

Salary Range: $42,260.45 - $48,921.75

Job Description

Responsible for performing semi-skilled to skilled work in the preventive maintenance, repair, maintenance and installation of water and sewer lines, utility easements/rights-of-way (ROW) and appurtenances. An employee in this class performs routine manual labor in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines, meters, hydrants, easements/ROW, and other appurtenances. Work is generally performed as part of a work team to maintain and repair water distribution and sewer collection infrastructure. Work is performed under the direction of the Line Maintenance Crew Leader and Utility Systems Supervisor and is evaluated by visual inspection of work, periodic meetings, compliance with safety procedures, and overall quantity and quality of work performed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operates mini-excavators, skid steers with bush hog attachment, dump trucks (varying sizes), vibratory trencher rollers, vibratory foot tamps, chainsaws, weed-eaters, backhoe and various other types of equipment used in the repair and maintenance of water distribution, sewer collections systems and associated appurtenances.
• Operates tapping machine to make water, sewer taps and service connections.
• Installs water and sewer pipeline; repairs and replaces water lines, sewer lines and related appurtenances.
• Installs water and sewer services including meters, cleanout, etc.
• Maintains water and sewer rights-of-way as required.
• Installs hydrants, meters, valves, repair clamps and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; and repairs and replaces fire hydrants.
• Performs landscaping and surface restoration at job site.
• Runs errands, picks up supplies and materials.
• Performs other utilities and general services work as assigned.
• Will be required to work outside normal work hours in an emergency or on-call basis.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications for Line Maintenance Career Ladder

Qualifications Line Maintenance Mechanic I – Garde 10

Hiring Salary Depending on Qualifications: $42,260.45 - $48,921.75

Full Pay Range for Grade 10 - $42,260.45 - $64,309.41

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalency; preferred experience in water distribution system or wastewater collection system repair, maintenance and/or construction; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Must be certified at the NC Grade 1 Sewer Collection System Operator or NC Grade C Water Distribution System Operator certification: or ability to obtain within eighteen (18) months of employment.
• Flagger Certification required or have the ability to acquire within 12 months of hire date into this position.
• Trenching and Shoring Certification or have the ability to acquire within 12 months of hire date into this position.

Qualifications Line Maintenance Mechanic II – Garde 12

Hiring Salary Depending on Qualifications: $46,592.14 - $53,936.22

Full Pay Range for Grade 12 - $46,592.14 - $70,901.11

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalency; and two (2) years of experience in water distribution system or wastewater collection system repair, maintenance and/or construction; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Must also possess a NC Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) level A.
• Must be certified at the NC Grade 2 Sewer Collection System Operator or NC Grade B Water Distribution System Operator certification.
• CPR certification required.
• Flagger Certification required.
• Trenching and shoring certification required.
• Must work as Line Maintenance Mechanic I for a minimum of 1 year. Other related experience in equivalent position(s) will be considered.

Qualifications Line Maintenance Mechanic III – Garde 13

Hiring Salary Depending on Qualifications: $48,921.75 - $56,633.03

Full Pay Range for Grade 12 $48,921.75 - $74,446.17

Education and Experience: High school diploma; and four (4) years of experience in water distribution system or wastewater collection system repair, maintenance and/or construction; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Must also possess a NC Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) level A.
• Must be certified at the NC Grade 3 OR Grade 2 Sewer Collection System Operator and NC Grade B Water Distribution System Operator.
• Flagger Certification required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Trenching and Shoring Certification Required
• Must work as Line Maintenance Technician II for a minimum of 1 year. Other related experience in equivalent position(s) will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the preventive maintenance, installation, replacement, maintenance and repair of utility lines and easements/ROW.
• Knowledge of a variety of maintenance, manual methods and tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances.
• Knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of the municipal water and sewer service policies and procedures.
• Skill in the operation of lightweight and medium-weight construction equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public.
• Ability to read utility construction drawings, operation and service manuals; understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to complete simple reports.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work in this classification is defined as heavy work requiring the physical exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Employees must perform the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling talking, and hearing. Employees must have the visual acuity to visually inspect small defects or parts, operation or inspection of machines and earth moving equipment, use measurement devices, and to determine the neatness and accuracy of work assigned. Employees must have the stamina to work for extended periods, some of which in emergency situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in outside environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold with snow and ice. Employees are subject to noise which may cause the employee to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Employee is subject to vibration, such as exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body and is also subject to workplace hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts or exposure to chemicals, oils, fuels, and potential for blood borne pathogens in raw untreated sewage. Employee is subject to atmospheric conditions due to exposure to fumes, odors, dust and oils. May work in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, manholes and other areas which could cause claustrophobia.

All Applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, a background check and a State Bureau of Investigations background check prior to beginning their employment.

The City of Hendersonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer