Water Systems Technician - Field & Plant Operations

Town of Nags Head; Nags Head (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Nags Head is seeking a team-oriented individual to join our water crew. The position focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of water lines, meters, hydrants, and related equipment, while operating and maintaining the municipal water plant and distribution systems.

Shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays is required. A high school diploma or GED with relevant vocational training and experience in water distribution or related fields is essential, along with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in construction, heavy equipment operation, or related field.
• Two years of experience in water distribution maintenance or related field.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License required; ability to obtain water-related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs water lines, hydrants, meters, valves, and pumps; locates service lines and inspects equipment.
• Responds to leaks, breaks, storms, emergencies; diagnoses problems and makes repairs.
• Receives and completes work orders; transports materials and maintains equipment.
• Monitors storage levels, pressures, water quality, and system operations; ensures compliance with regulations.
• Reads meters and records readings; prepares operation logs and reports.
• Tests water samples and calibrates equipment; adjusts chemical dosages as needed.
• Maintains easements and repairs surrounding infrastructure; performs roadside and site work.
• Operates and maintains utility trucks and heavy equipment; performs preventive maintenance.
• Performs general custodial and grounds maintenance; keeps shop and work areas clean.
• Communicates with supervisor and crew; coordinates work activities and safety measures.

Education

High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in construction, heavy equipment operation, or related field

Two (2) years of experience in water distribution maintenance or treatment and repair, irrigation, plumbing, or related field

Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver's License

NC Certified Operators Certificate for C Well Water Treatment

Certification for total and fecal coliform analysis (NCWOA)

Flagger certification

Water Distribution C License

Cross Connection and Backflow certification training

Job description

The Town of Nags Head is seeking a team-oriented individual to join our water crew. The position focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of water lines, meters, hydrants, and related equipment, while operating and maintaining the municipal water plant and distribution systems.

Shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays is required. A high school diploma or GED with relevant vocational training and experience in water distribution or related fields is essential, along with a