Utility Technician I/II/III- Distribution

Holly Springs; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Holly Springs is seeking a Utility Technician I/II/III for our Distribution team. This position performs daily maintenance and repair of the water distribution and collection system to maintain water flow, sewer flow, and water quality across the Town.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role with business hours plus occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call rotation. The job supports emergency responses and adverse weather conditions and requires safe operation of equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous work experience in water distribution, collection systems, general maintenance, stormwater, concrete and asphalt.
• Must possess or obtain a North Carolina Class B CDL within required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs water and sewer systems.
• Operates sewer camera system and locates utilities.
• Keeps detailed maintenance records and reports.
• Performs emergency repairs and after-hour work as needed.
• Ensures safety and regulatory compliance for all activities.
• Assists with project planning and equipment transport.

Skills

Tools & equipment knowledge

Maintenance practices

OSHA safety knowledge

PPE knowledge

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Town of Holly Springs is searching for a Utility Technician I/II/III for our Distribution team. This position is responsible for providing daily maintenance and repair to the Town's water distribution and collection system to maintain water flow, sewer flow, and water quality throughout the Town. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with the work schedule as business hours, occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call rotation. This position is also essential during emergencies and inclement weather. The starting annual salary range is $44,304.88-$49,793.76 (Grades C,D,E).

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Field Supervisor of appropriate division. Works under direct supervision of the Field Supervisor. Work is checked for accuracy, quality and adherence to instructions. Employee may need to occasionally choose from defined alternatives to resolve problems but consults with Field Supervisor on matters not covered by guidelines. Incumbents have no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Inspects, repairs, rehabilitates and maintains water and sewer systems, including locating water, sewer and storm drains; drilling and repairing wastewater lines; detecting and repairing leaks; rehabilitating manholes; flow meters; makes sewer taps; air relief and sewer valves; sludge jug interceptors; fire hydrants and lift stations.
2. Inspects manholes and records footage counts.
3. Maintains and repairs lift stations including electrical equipment, pumps, floats, structures, piping and valves.
4. Inputs, updates and maintains information and records using computer programs.
5. Operates sewer camera system to visually inspect and document sewer line conditions.
6. Locates water, sewer and storm drains using electronic equipment; installs and repairs water main valves.
7. Inspects, maintains and repairs service, main and wastewater lines; detects leaks.
8. Maintains, and repairs water main breaks and leaks, valves, fire hydrants, pressure reducing valves (PRV's) and pump systems.
9. Cleans and repairs sanitary and storm sewers and catalogues the repairs; televises areas of infiltration, damage, buried manholes, and lines.
10. Performs maintenance on storm sewer including ditching, culvert repair, replacements and catch basin rebuild and repair.
11. Adjusts, repairs and replaces manhole rings and covers.
12. Determines the staging of various work projects to ensure the appropriate labor, equipment and materials are utilized in an efficient manner. Transports equipment and materials to and from work sites.
13. Collects water for contaminates and bacteria testing.
14. Maintains up-to-date records of all maintenance activities.
15. Sprays herbicides/pesticides to control weeds/mosquitoes on Town property.
16. Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventive maintenance or repair on equipment.
17. Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all safety regulations; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
18. Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting.
19. Provides backup assistance to other department personnel as needed.
20. Maintains appropriate records including complete equipment repair history, work orders, daily job card, and other related data.
21. Completes written records of labor and materials used for each work project.
22. Performs emergency repairs and work as necessary.
23. Reports to work for after hour needs, as assigned.
24. Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of tools, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance work.
• Working knowledge of municipal maintenance and construction practices.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Working knowledge of environmental and regulatory requirements related to the work.
• Working knowledge of the traffic laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to use of tools and motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of the operation, care, and repair of maintenance equipment and tools.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards (OSHA) and safe work practices including Safety Data Sheets.
• Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence, and Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports consistent with the position.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English with staff, administration, and the public in both written and verbal form.
• Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
• Ability to define problems, exercise sound judgment, and address a variety of situations.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and ability to work flexible hours to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays due to adverse weather conditions, construction projects, or other emergency service.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor.

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 75 pounds of force; requires strenuous manual labor including, but not limited to digging, shoveling, sweeping, raking, hauling, crawling, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and climbing. Work performed may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting for long periods with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. Work may be performed above or below ground, to include confined spaces. Work has standard vision requirements. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. May be subject to hazardous chemicals/pesticides. Duties are performed under all weather conditions and include exposure to inclement weather.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous work experience in water distribution, collection systems, general maintenance, stormwater, concrete and asphalt.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s license.
• Level I Grade 1 Collections Certification or Distribution C Certification.
• Level II Grade 2 Collections Certification or Distribution B Certification.
• Level III Grade 3 Collections Certification or Distribution A Certification.
• If no possesion of certifications, you must be able to obtain within a specified timeframe determined by the town.