Water & Sewer Services Technician

City of Rocky Mount • Nc, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing technical duties in the maintenance and repair of the water distribution system. Maintains and updates all water and sewer utility records, transfers new water lines and information to base maps and GIS system corresponding with City Engineers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ experience in a related field.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain an appropriate state-certified license for C- Distribution within one year of hire.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain an appropriate and valid Class B- CDL driver’s license.
• Knowledge of fire hydrant flushing techniques.
• Knowledge of reading and maintaining pressure flow gauges.
• Knowledge of water and sewer base maps.
• Knowledge of city policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of job-related equipment and tools.
• Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
• Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports.
• Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skills in oral and written communication.

Nice To Haves

• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Flushes City fire hydrants; obtains accurate water pressure and flow information; maintains related records.
• Answers customer complaints concerning dirty water or low pressure.
• Assists in locating water leaks.
• Supervises seasonal personnel in weed-eating and in painting fire hydrants.
• Updates Base Map and GIS corresponding with City Engineers.
• Assist Customers and Contractors.
• Locates utilities, leak detection and collects water samples.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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