Water & Wastewater Maintenance Technician

City of Jacksonville, NC; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Jacksonville, North Carolina, is seeking a Lines Maintenance Worker to support the Utilities Maintenance Division. You will perform underground water and sewer line repair, operate a range of tools and equipment, and join crews maintaining hydrants, valves, and lift stations to protect public health and safety.

Responsibilities include ditch digging, line cleaning, pump station mowing, traffic control setup, and routine equipment maintenance under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or a combination of education/experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Experience with water and sewer line maintenance is beneficial.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Digs trenches and performs line cleaning and repairs on water/sewer mains.
• Assists with taps, shutoffs, and installation of services and fire hydrants.
• Operates trucks and power construction equipment; conducts routine maintenance.
• Sets up traffic control and ensures safety around worksites.
• Responds to leaks and pressure issues and documents findings.
• Assists in locating utilities prior to excavation.

Skills

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Power tools

Hand tools

CDL equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Heavy equipment

CDL license

Job description

The City of Jacksonville, North Carolina, is seeking a Lines Maintenance Worker to support the Utilities Maintenance Division. You will perform underground water and sewer line repair, operate a range of tools and equipment, and join crews maintaining hydrants, valves, and lift stations to protect public health and safety.

Responsibilities include ditch digging, line cleaning, pump station mowing, traffic control setup, and routine equipment maintenance under supervision.