Utility Technician III Carrboro, NC

Owasa; Carrboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

457 plan

Health savings account

Insurance package

Holidays

Leave benefits

CDL bonus

Cell phone stipend

Educational reimbursement

Certifications bonus

Sick leave transfer

Many more benefits

Job summary

OWASA is seeking an experienced Utility Technician III to support water distribution and sewer collection maintenance. The role covers multiple crews and responsibilities including locating and repairing water mains, maintaining meters, and servicing infrastructure.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with specialized water/sewer training, 2 years’ experience, and a valid NC driver’s license with CDL eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with specialized schooling in water and sewer systems.
• Two years of experience working with water and sewer systems.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license with ability to obtain CDL.
• Ability to obtain Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B certification; active certifications preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and knowledge of Cityworks or similar work order system.
• Ability to communicate information clearly with customers, the public, and coworkers.
• Physical ability to exert up to 100 pounds, stand/walk extensively, work outdoors in all weather, and respond to after-hours on-call.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines across OWASA’s system.
• Lead team in the Crew Supervisor's absence.
• Respond to rotating on-call emergencies after hours.
• Operate hand tools and heavy equipment (dump truck, backhoe, excavator, loader, tamping tools, tapping machine).
• Support maintenance of sewer and water infrastructure, including mains, meters, and services.
• Assist with new installations and replacements of aging infrastructure and projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Water/sewer system experience

Education

High school diploma or GED with specialized water/sewer schooling

Tools

Cityworks

Heavy equipment operation

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.