Manhole Inspector - Career Training Academy

City of Charlotte

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This internship position tests the sewer systems of Charlotte Water for blockages using acoustics. Work involves reading maps to determine manhole locations; manually digging out utilities; performing acoustic testing as a team to determine manhole condition; conducting inspections; entering data into the system; and making sure safety signage is properly used. This internship ensures equipment and vehicles are in good operating order; maintains inventory; receives and takes parts and materials to work sites as needed; and makes sure vehicles are kept clean.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
Knowledge of basic computer software and communications equipment.
Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, as well as with hand signals.
Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for job functions.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and interpret maps.
Ability to work in a team atmosphere.
Ability to deal with and resolve conflict within a team.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public.
Ability to obtain City driver’s permit

Responsibilities

Performs manual and semi-skilled labor tasks related to the inspection and general assessment of the sewer gravity system
Drives to/from work sites.
Reads maps to locate manholes.
Locates utilities on the job; digs out utilities manually.
Opens/closes manholes.
Tests wastewater mains for blockages using the SL-RAT equipment; performs acoustic testing as a team.
Performs simple measurements and performs routine safety inspections.
Documents on maps and updates information in work order system.
Receives parts and materials from warehouse personnel; interacts with utility customers.
Transports materials, tools, and equipment to and from job sites; sets up and removes warning signs and traffic control devices.
Operates the following: electronic utility locators; small hand and power tools; gas monitors; and computer systems.
Maintains utility vehicles in clean, good operating condition as assigned.
Maintains truck inventory; maintains a clean and safe work area.
Performs other related job duties as assigned