Line Maintenance Mechanic II

Town of Mooresville • Mooresville, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Maintenance Mechanic II performs responsible unskilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances. This position is a key member of the crew responsible for ensuring the Town’s water and sewer infrastructure is properly installed, maintained, and repaired to meet community needs and regulatory standards. Employees work under regular supervision and are evaluated through observation and inspection for adherence to instructions, trade practices, and safety standards. The work requires both indoor and outdoor activity in varying weather conditions and may include on-call and call-back assignments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three to five years of experience in construction-related utility work
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) with Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• State Collection System I and/or Water Distribution C Certification strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as back-up to Line Maintenance Crew Leader
• Operate tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections meet standards
• Lay water and sewer pipe; repair and replace sewer and water lines and related facilities
• Install, service, and test water meters and meter setters
• Operate sewer rodder to clear and unstop sewer lines
• Operate front-end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines
• Install hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; set meter boxes; repair and replace fire hydrants
• Operate tractor with bush hog attachment to mow and maintain sewer and water line easements and rights-of-way
• Perform other related tasks as required

Benefits

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Down payment assistance
• Pet insurance
• Gym reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED