Water Quality Field Technician & Lab Support

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Water Quality Technician to support the collection of samples from drinking water and wastewater systems and to assist in monitoring for state compliance. You will participate in flushing programs, GIS/CAD mapping, and on-call activities as required.

Responsibilities include transporting samples to the lab, recording data, assisting with customer issue investigations, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six (6) months of work experience in water quality or related field.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license required.
• C Distribution license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains samples of drinking water and wastewater in the distribution/collection system.
• Transports samples to the lab for testing for state compliance and for special projects.
• Samples new lines for activation and activates new lines.
• Conducts flow tests, pressure surveys, and an annual flushing program.
• Collects GPS data utilizing the Trimble GPS device.
• Disables water main for emergencies, restores water, flushes lines and collects samples.
• Assists with investigating customer complaints by collecting samples and reporting findings.
• Maintains detailed records of investigations and maintenance assignments.
• Directs contaminated water flow during system flushing per supervisor directions.
• Chooses hydrants/valves to ensure water quality during maintenance and flushing.
• Assists with disinfecting newly installed water mains with chlorine and proper flow.
• Uses GIS and CAD maps to locate problem areas for flushing and notifies mapping inaccuracies.
• Responds to emergency and other operation situations.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as directed.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Water Quality Technician to support the collection of samples from drinking water and wastewater systems and to assist in monitoring for state compliance. You will participate in flushing programs, GIS/CAD mapping, and on-call activities as required.

Responsibilities include transporting samples to the lab, recording data, assisting with customer issue investigations, and maintaining thorough documentation.