Utility Technician III

Orange Water & Sewer Authority (OWASA); Carrboro (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Long-term Disability

Paid holidays

Vacation & Sick leave

Educational reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

CDL bonus

Job summary

OWASA is seeking a skilled Utility Technician III to join the Water Distribution and Sewer Collection team in Carrboro, NC. You will maintain water, sewer and reclaimed water lines, support multiple crews, and lead in the Crew Supervisor's absence.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years' experience, NC driver's license (CDL preferred), and ability to obtain required certifications. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling in water and sewer systems.
• Two years of experience working with water and sewer systems.
• Valid North Carolina driver license with ability to obtain and maintain a CDL.
• Ability to complete employer paid certification in Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and knowledge of Cityworks or similar work order system.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with customers and staff.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds, work outdoors in all weather, and respond to after-hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Supports maintenance of water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASA's system.
• Be assigned to a specific crew covering Sewer Maintenance, Valve and Hydrant Maintenance, Water Maintenance and Services, Customer Service and Meters, Sewer Preventative Maintenance, and Construction.
• Responds to rotating on-call after-hour emergencies as needed.
• Leads team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor.
• Uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment as required.

Skills

Communication

CDL

Team leadership

Heavy equipment operation

Cityworks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Specialized water/sewer systems training

Tools

Cityworks

Microsoft Office

Heavy equipment

Job description

Utility Technician III

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA)

OWASA is searching for an experienced individual to join our Water Distribution and Sewer Collection team as a Utility Technician III.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports leading the maintenance of the water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASAs system. Position will be assigned to a specific crewcoveringeither:
  • Sewer Maintenance and Easements Repairs collection system infrastructure and maintains easements and off-road assets.
  • Valve and Hydrant Maintenance Inspects, maintains, repairs, and operates valve and Hydrant infrastructure.
  • Water Maintenance and Services Locate and repair water mains, Installs, repairs, and replaces water services and sampling stations.
  • Customer Service and Meters Assist customers with issues, and operates, maintains, repairs, and replaces water meters, meter setters, and meter boxes.
  • Sewer Preventative Maintenance - Performs cleaning, inspection, and preventative maintenance of the wastewater collection system.
  • Construction - Performs new installation and replacement of aging water and sewer infrastructure including water and sewer mains, large meters, and special projects.
• Responds to rotating on-call after hour emergencies as needed.
• Responsible for the safety of themselves and the public.
• Uses a variety of hand tools and operates heavy equipment (Dump truck, backhoe, excavator, loader, tamp, saw, tapping machine, etc.).
• Leads the team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling in water and sewer systems.
• Two years of experience working with water and sewer systems.
• Valid North Carolina drivers license required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• Ability to complete employer paid certification in Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B prefer certifications to already be active.
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite and knowledge of Cityworks or similar work order management system.
• Ability to effectively communicate information with customers, public and other employees.
• Able to exert up to 100 pounds, walk/stand to a significant degree, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and respond to rotating after-hour situations as necessary.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary Range is $56,596 - $84,894

• 5% Employer 457 plan contribution

• Retirement health savings account

• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Long-term Disability

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Parental Leave, and Recovery Leave

• Annual CDL Bonus

• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend

• Educational Reimbursement

• Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education

• Ability to transfer unused sick leave from previous NC Local Government or State agency employer

• Much, much more!

Team members are our most important resource. OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. Weprovide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment. This recruitment will close October 8, 2026.