Water Distribution Operator, Sr.

Performs responsible semi-skilled and skilled work in the installation, replacement, repair, and preventive maintenance of water lines, and water meter replacement and repair; assists with sewer work as needed. An employee in this class performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work as a member of a crew engaged in the construction, installation, and repair of water and sewer lines.  Work involves the operation of medium to heavy equipment in the installation, replacement and repair of water and sewer lines. Work also includes making taps to water and sewer mains, installing hydrants, meters, and valves, and making repairs to the water and sewer system including removing sewer blockages. The employee may also serve as an Operator in Responsible Charts (ORC) or backup ORC for the water distribution systems.  Employees are subject to working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation, and oils.  Work is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood-borne pathogens. Employees are also subject to on-call and call-back work. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation and inspection for adherence to instructions and standard trade and safety practices.

• Maintains a daily log on water distribution system maintenance activities. 
• Flushes water mains; Operates a tractor with bush hog attachment to mow utility rights of way; trims and applies herbicides. 
• Operates a tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections. 
• Lays water and sewer pipe; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines and related facilities. 
• Operates backhoe, combination flushing and rodding machine, vacuum machine, front-end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines. Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants. 
• Assists the public with information about services and policies.
• Performs other related tasks as required.

• Knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of utility lines. 
• Knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual methods and tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances. 
• Knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance and repair of assigned automotive and mechanical equipment. 
• Knowledge of the municipal water service policies and procedures. 
• Skilled in the operation of light and medium-sized construction equipment. 
• Skilled in customer contact. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public. 
• Ability to read utility line maps and operation and service manuals and to understand and follow oral and written instructions. 
• Ability to complete simple reports.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. 
• Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally; 50 pounds of force frequently; and 20 pounds constantly.
• Must possess the visual acuity to operate mobile equipment such as loaders and dump trucks in a safe manner to fit pipes and other parts, read gauges, and make written records.

 
Education and Experience

• Graduation from high school and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the construction and maintenance of utility lines; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina commercial driver's license. 
• Obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of the hire date.
• NC Grade A-Distribution System Operator Certification.
• This position is designated as critical personnel, requiring performance of duties during inclement weather or other emergency situations to ensure continuity of town services.

Additional Information

• The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications.
• Required: Please attach any certifications, degrees, etc. If you have issues attaching documents, you can email to [email protected] 
  •  If you do not attach, you will be asked to provide copies upon being hired if position requires. 

 If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be accepted. 

To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click “Application Status”.   It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.  Normal processing time for applications is ~20-30 days from the closing date of the posting. 

When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.  The Town of Fuquay-Varina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring salary will not exceed the hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.