Utility Line Mechanic - Water/Sewer

Town of Smithfield, NC; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Smithfield, NC is seeking a skilled worker for the installation, replacement and maintenance of water and sewer lines. You will operate taps, load trucks, and use various heavy equipment as part of a crew.

The role requires precision with grades, adherence to safety, and the ability to read utility maps and manuals. Responsibilities include laying pipes, testing meters, and performing field duties under supervision while following safety practices and OSHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2 years’ or fewer experience in plumbing or general construction.
• Ability to read and follow utility line maps and manuals.
• CDL preferred or valid CDL considered advantageous.
• Experience operating heavy and medium construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections.
• Lay water and sewer pipe to proper grade and depth.
• Repair and replace water and sewer lines and related facilities.
• Install, service and test water meters and meter yokes.
• Operate and maintain various construction equipment; ensure site safety.

Skills

Tools & equipment

Maps reading

Public interaction

Safety procedures

Loader operation

Heavy machinery

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL preferred

Tools

Loader

Dump trucks

Jackhammers

Tampers

Pipe threading machines

Tapping machines

Job description

General Definition And Conditioning Of Work

Performs responsible semi-skilled work in the installation, replacement, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances.

An employee in this class performs a variety of semi-skilled work as a member of a crew engaged in the construction, installation and repair of water and sewer lines.

• Work involves the operation of construction equipment in the installation, replacement and repair of water and sewer pipes to specific grade and depth.
• Operates video camera to film sewer lines.
• Work includes making taps to water and sewer system.
• Employees are subject to working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, and oils.
• Work is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens. Employees are also subject to on-call and call-back work.
• Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation and inspection for adherence to instructions and standard trade and safety practices.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

The employee may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties and other duties which may be assigned by the Town of Smithfield.

• Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections.
• Lays water and sewer pipe; adjusts pipe to proper grade and depth following stakes.
• Repairs and replaces sewer and water lines and related facilities.
• Installs, services and tests water meters and meter yokes.
• Operates the sewer rodder and pressure jet to unstop sewer lines.
• Operates front end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machine.
• Installs hydrants, meter valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.
• Participates in establishing proper signing and barricades for work zone safety.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures with other crew members.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance and repair of utility lines.
• Working knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual methods and tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of utility lines and appurtenance.
• Working knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools.
• Working knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment.
• Some knowledge of the municipal water and sewer service policies and procedures.
• Skill in the operation of a loader, dump truck, and other construction equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public.
• Ability to read utility line maps and operation and service manuals, and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED with 2 years’ or fewer experience in plumbing or general construction with experience in operating heavy and medium equipment and trucks; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read and follow utility line maps, operating and service manuals, and written instructions.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial driver’s license, CDL preferred.