Utility Maintenance Worker I, II or Lead Worker (DOQ)

Support New Bern LLC; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New Bern is hiring for Utility Maintenance Worker I, II or Lead Worker in New Bern, NC. This full-time skilled trades role pays $34,063.00 to $55,438.00 annually and requires high school diploma or equivalent, with appropriate certifications for advanced roles.

Job includes installation, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer lines, and may involve operating vehicles. Lead Worker candidates should have extensive experience in water/sewer line work and required NC certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; maintenance of water/sewer lines.
• Worker II requires Grade-C Water Distribution or Grade-I Wastewater Certification.
• Leadworker requires Grade-C Water Distribution and Grade-I Wastewater Collections certifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain water and sewer lines and appurtenances.
• Repair line leaks and pumps; replace wiring, valves, and PVC piping.
• Respond to service calls; perform routine maintenance and repairs; complete reports.
• Unstop sewer lines with sewer rodding machinery; operate trucks as needed.
• Maintain safety and operate tools and equipment in various weather conditions.

Skills

Manual labor

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Semi-skilled trades

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Utility Maintenance Worker I, II or Lead Worker (DOQ)Full-Time Skilled Trades & Services Hiring • 5d ago# Utility Maintenance Worker I, II or Lead Worker (DOQ) City of New Bern New Bern, NC $34,063.00 - $55,438.00 Annually## Position Overview & RequirementsPerforms responsible semiskilled work in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.**Installing, maintaining, and repairing water and sewer lines and appurtenances.***(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)** Installs water and sewer lines; repairs line leaks.* Repairs lift station pumps; replaces wiring, float, check valves, PVC pipe, etc.* Responds to service calls; repairs pumps and wiring.* Completes daily reports and service orders.* Repairs sewer and water lines and related facilities.* Unstops sewer lines with sewer rodding machine.* May operate trucks and lawn mowers in connection with assigned tasks.* Performs related tasks as required.General knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance and repair of utility lines; general knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances; general knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools; some knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment; ability to perform manual and semiskilled labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.**Education and Experience****Utility Maintenance Worker I**– Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in the maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and sewer lines. Education requirement may be waived as determined by the Department Head. **Utility Maintenance Worker II**– Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in the maintenance, repair and/or construction of water and sewer lines. Possession of Grade-C Water Distribution or Grade-I Wastewater Certification as issued by the State of North Carolina. **Utility Maintenance Leadworker**– Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and extensive experience in water and sewer line maintenance or construction work. Possession of Grade-C Water Distribution and Grade-I Wastewater Collections certifications issued by the State of North Carolina.**Special Requirements** Possession of an appropriate commercial driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina or the ability to obtain within 6 months.***The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*****Published Compensation / Pay Range:** $34,063.00 – $55,438.00 Annually*Verified & synced from the City of New Bern Official Career Portal by Support New Bern.*### Apply for this PositionSubmit your application directly with **City of New Bern**.Apply on Official Portal #### Job Summary* **Employer:** City of New Bern* **Location:** New Bern, NC* **Job Type:** Full-Time* **Category:** Skilled Trades & Services* **Compensation:** $34,063.00 - $55,438.00 Annually* **Status:** 5 days ago • Verified Active Nov 14* **Source:** City of New Bern Official Career Portal