Utility Maintenance Technician

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority in Wilmington, NC seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to support mechanical and electrical operations at sewer lift stations, facilities, and CFPUA buildings. This role handles pumps, motors, and electrical systems, performs troubleshooting, and participates in preventative maintenance.

You must have a high school diploma or GED, NC Grade 1 Collections certification (or obtain within 1 year), and a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of mechanic or related work experience.
• NC Grade 1 Collections certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Valid NC driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair pumps, motors, and electrical systems at lift stations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using voltmeters and ammeters.
• Preventative maintenance on bar screens and grinders.
• Wet well cleaning and debris removal from pumps and floats.
• Conduct safety inspections and manage lubricants and fluid levels.
• Maintain emergency diesel generators and bypass pumps.
• Confined space entry using gas/air monitors and tripods.
• Record keeping in Maximo and inventory help.
• On-call rotation with rapid response requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

NC Grade 1 Collections certification

NC Grade 2 Collections certification

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Job Summary

Incumbents in this position are responsible for mechanical and electrical operations and repairs of sewer pump stations, facilities and CFPUA buildings. This position is assigned to pay grade G14.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains and repairs various pumps, motors, and electrical systems at lift stations.
• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues using voltmeters and amp meters.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of bar screens and grinders.
• Wet well cleaning: Removing grease, rags, and debris from pumps and floats.
• Conduct safety inspections, maintain lubricants and fluid levels, and keep work areas clean.
• Perform preventative maintenance on emergency diesel generators and bypass pumps.
• Confined space entry: Working in tight, restricted underground areas like manholes and valve vaults using gas/air monitors and tripods.
• Identifies and corrects work hazards while ensuring compliance with established safety policies.
• Keeps records of all work performed in Maximo.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment, assists in supply inventory, and operates job related tools.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Scheduled on call availability required.
• Essential personnel employee

Education, Experience, And Other Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months of work experience in a mechanic role or any related work field. Utility experience preferred.
• NC Grade 1 Collections certification or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment is required.
• NC Grade ‘2’ Collections certificate is preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid State of North Carolina driver's license.
• This position will be placed on an On-Call rotation that requires a response within 30 minutes of notification.

Other Essential Job Specifications

YES NO Use interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers.XComprehends and uses technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.XPerforms numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.XPerforms complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols.XRequires travel between CFPUA sites.XUse or repair of small/light equipment (power tools).XUse or repair medium equipment and machinery (vehicles, commercial mowers).XUse or repair heavy or complex machinery (HVAC systems, construction equipment, water plants).X

Physical Requirements

None: 0 hours or 0% of scheduled shift
Some: Up to 2 hours or 20% of scheduled shift
Frequent - 2 to 5 hours or 20% to 60% of scheduled shift
Very Frequent - More than 5 hours or 60% to 100% of scheduled shift

SOMEFREQUENTVERY FREQUENT Minimal physical exertion. Very light physical work at desk or counter level with intermittent periods of sitting, standing, and walking. May involve data entry, telephone work, or use of various office equipment.XSame as above with the addition of standing/sitting/walking for lengthy periods of time. May involve light physical exertion due to pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting weights up to 20 pounds.XPhysical exertion involving pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 pounds. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported. May require occasional bending, squatting, and reaching.XSustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.XSustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.X

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment on the basis of qualifications and without regard to age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, or genetic disorder.

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment status of all person hired to work in the United States. Cape Fear Public Utility Authority participates in E-Verify.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our Benefits Page.

01

Which NC Collections certification do you currently hold?

• NC Grade 1 Collections certification
• NC Grade 2 Collections certification
• NC Grade 3 Collections certification
• NC Grade 4 Collections certification
• Do not currently have an NC Collections certification.

02

If you do not have an NC Grade 1 Collections certification or higher, are you willing to obtain one during your first year of employment?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question