Water Leak Detection Technician I

City-of-Asheville; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Asheville is seeking a Leak Survey Specialist I to identify leaks in the City’s water distribution system using acoustic and electronic equipment. Responsibilities include locating and marking utility lines, preparing work orders, and collecting water samples for analysis.

Additional duties involve maintaining safety zones, coordinating traffic control, and assisting GIS with system maps. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, a North Carolina Class A CDL, and a Class C

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with related technical training preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid NC Class ACommercial Driver’s License (CDL) with endorsements.
• Must possess and maintain Class C Water Distribution license.

Responsibilities

• Detect leaks using acoustic/electronic equipment and mark locations.
• Maintain safety zones, traffic control, and incident reporting.
• Assist with maps and GIS data updates for city utilities.
• Operate and maintain leak-detection equipment and vehicle.
• Review forms, reports, and logs and enter data accurately.
• Respond to emergency calls as Duty Officer and coordinate repairs.

Skills

Data utilization

Human interaction

Equipment utilization

Verbal aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Functional reasoning

Situational reasoning

ADA compliance

Physical ability

Sensory requirements

Environmental factors

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL license (North Carolina Class A)

Class C Water Distribution license

Job description

The City of Asheville is seeking a Leak Survey Specialist I to identify leaks in the City’s water distribution system using acoustic and electronic equipment. Responsibilities include locating and marking utility lines, preparing work orders, and collecting water samples for analysis.

Additional duties involve maintaining safety zones, coordinating traffic control, and assisting GIS with system maps. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, a North Carolina Class A CDL, and a Class C