Water Technician I

Duplin County Government; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Duplin County Government seeks a trainee for the Water Department to support operation, maintenance, and distribution of potable water. The role includes meter reading, monitoring equipment, and assisting in ensuring water quality and compliance with procedures.

Under supervision, training is provided across the water system, with emphasis on safe practices, recordkeeping, and responding to customer needs. A Grade C State Operator Certification within 2 years and a NC driver’s license are

Qualifications

• Pre-employment and random drug testing required.
• Possession of a Grade C State Operator Certification within 2 years.
• Valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Train in inspection and monitoring of water system equipment and machinery for proper operation.
• Assist in monitoring tank levels, flows and pressures within the distribution system.
• Read meters to determine monthly usage and report usage for billing; cut off meters for non-payment.

Skills

Water meter reading

Water system operation

Safety compliance

Education

Grade C State Operator Certification

Job description

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Under supervision, the purpose of the position is to train in a variety of tasks necessary for the efficient production and distribution of water for sufficient quantity and quality to meet customer demand. Employees in this classification will train in technical work in the operation and maintenance of the County water systems. Position is responsible for reading water meters; making water cut-offs; and maintaining logs and records as required. Performs related work as required.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Training in the inspection and monitoring of water system equipment and machinery for proper operation and to ensure preparation of potable drinking water for distribution; assists in monitoring the performance of mechanical devices and instrumentation in the treatment plant.

Training in monitoring and regulating tank levels, flows and pressures within the water distribution system and throughout the plant.

Training to repair meters, water lines; locates mains and service lines, and digs ditches;

Reads water meters to determine monthly usage by customer; reports usage for monthly billing; cuts-off meters for non-payment of bill.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.

Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Special Requirements

Pre-employment and random drug testing required. Possession of a grade “C” State Operator Certification issued by the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources within 2 years. Must have a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.

Category Water Department Status Open Salary Salary Grade 56$16.1308-$24.1963 Hourly / $33,551.96-$50,328.20 Annually Posted November 12, 2020 8:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled