Water Quality Technician - Field Sampling & Compliance

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority; Kirkland (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is seeking incumbents to assist in sampling and monitoring of drinking water and wastewater in the distribution system. Responsibilities include transporting samples, activating new lines, and performing flushing and flow tests.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED, six months in water quality or related field, and NC driver’s license; on-call rotation with 30-minute response time is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of work experience in water quality or related field.
• C Distribution license preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required.
• On-call rotation requires a 30-minute response time.

Responsibilities

• Obtain samples of drinking water and wastewater per procedures.
• Transport samples to the lab for testing for state compliance and special projects.
• Sample new lines for activation and activate new lines.
• Conduct flow tests, pressure surveys, and annual flushing program.
• Collect GPS data using the Trimble GPS device.
• Assist with emergency/distribution work and restoration activities.
• Investigate customer concerns by collecting samples and reporting results.
• Maintain detailed records of investigations and maintenance tasks.
• Direct flow during flushing to contain and flush contaminants.
• Assist construction crews with disinfection of new mains.

Skills

Water sampling

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

C Distribution license (preferred)

Job description

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is seeking incumbents to assist in sampling and monitoring of drinking water and wastewater in the distribution system. Responsibilities include transporting samples, activating new lines, and performing flushing and flow tests.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED, six months in water quality or related field, and NC driver’s license; on-call rotation with 30-minute response time is required.