Utility Technician III

Orange-Water-and-Sewer-Authorit; Carrboro (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement health savings account

Paid holidays (12)

Vacation, sick, personal, and other休

Annual CDL bonus

Cell phone stipend

Educational reimbursement

Bonus for certifications/education

Ability to transfer unused sick leave

Job summary

Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) seeks an experienced Utility Technician III to support water distribution and sewer collection operations. Responsibilities include maintaining lines, locating services, responding to customer needs, and assisting with meters and safety procedures.

You will work in a team, cover various crews, and may respond to after-hours emergencies. The role requires CDL eligibility, physical aptitude, and strong communication with customers and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with specialized schooling in water/sewer systems.
• Two years of experience in water and sewer systems.
• Valid NC driver's license with ability to obtain and maintain a CDL; certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines and perform preventive maintenance.
• Locate and repair water mains and install/repair services and sampling stations.
• Assist customers with issues and operate water meters, setters, and boxes.
• Respond to rotating after-hour emergencies and ensure public safety.
• Lead team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor.

Skills

CDL

Customer communication

Heavy equipment operation

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Specialized water/sewer systems schooling

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cityworks

Job description

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

• Supports leading the maintenance of the water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASA’s system.Position will be assigned to a specific crew covering either:
  • 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 andoperates heavy equipment (Dump truck, backhoe, excavator, loader, tamp, saw, tapping machine, etc.).
• Leads the team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor.

• 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’s license required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Ability to complete employer paid certification inSewer 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.

• 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. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.