Utility Technician III

OWASA is searching for an experienced individual to join our Water Distribution and Sewer Collection team as a Utility Technician III. 

• Supports leading the maintenance of the water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASA’s system. Position will be assigned to a specific crew covering either:
  • Sewer Maintenance and Easements – Repairs collection system infrastructure and maintains easements and off-road assets.
  • Valve and Hydrant Maintenance – Inspects, maintains, repairs, and operates valve and Hydrant infrastructure.
  • Water Maintenance and Services – Locate and repair water mains, Installs, repairs, and replaces water services and sampling stations.
  • Customer Service and Meters – Assist customers with issues, and operates, maintains, repairs, and replaces water meters, meter setters, and meter boxes.
  • Sewer Preventative Maintenance - Performs cleaning, inspection, and preventative maintenance of the wastewater collection system.
  • Construction - Performs new installation and replacement of aging water and sewer infrastructure including water and sewer mains, large meters, and special projects.
• Responds to rotating on-call after hour emergencies as needed. 
• Responsible for the safety of themselves and the public. 
• Uses a variety of hand tools and operates heavy equipment (Dump truck, backhoe, excavator, loader, tamp, saw, tapping machine, etc.). 
• Leads the team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor.

• Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling in water and sewer systems. 
• Two years of experience working with water and sewer systems. 
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). 
• Ability to complete employer paid certification in Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B – prefer certifications to already be active. 
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite and knowledge of Cityworks or similar work order management system.
• Ability to effectively communicate information with customers, public and other employees.
• Able to exert up to 100 pounds, walk/stand to a significant degree, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and respond to rotating after-hour situations as necessary. 

• 5% Employer 457 plan contribution  

• Retirement health savings account 
• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Long-term Disability  
• 12 Paid Holidays 
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Parental Leave, and Recovery Leave 
• Annual CDL Bonus 
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend 
• Educational Reimbursement 
• Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education  
• Ability to transfer unused sick leave from previous NC Local Government or State agency employer? 
• Much, much more! 

Team members are our most important resource. OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.