Water & Sewer Utility Worker II

City of Burlington NC•Graham, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The South Burlington WWTP was put into service in 1968 and most recently upgraded in 2013. It has the capacity to treat 12 million gallons per day (MGD) of domestic and industrial sewage. The treatment facility uses a biological process to separate organic matter from the water. Water is disinfected by the addition of chlorine and dechlorinated before being discharged into the Big Alamance Creek just upstream of its confluence with the Haw River. An employee in this role performs semi-skilled manual labor to maintain water and wastewater facilities and grounds. Responsibilities include general landscaping, equipment maintenance, patching pipes and pavement, and keeping the facilities clean, safe, and sanitary. The employee also drives a City truck, loads and unloads supplies, sprays weed killer, directs traffic, and performs janitorial tasks. This position requires a higher level of knowledge and independence compared to the Maintenance Worker I role, as employees are expected to perform tasks with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Solid understanding of general maintenance tasks performed in water and wastewater treatment plants, including the upkeep of plant infrastructure and surrounding areas
Proficient in operating a variety of equipment, including mowers, tractors, dump trucks, leaf blowers, forklifts, chainsaws, weed eaters, tampers, jackhammers, and other maintenance tools to ensure efficient operations
Skilled in seeding, straw application, and fertilization to enhance plant aesthetics and functionality
Expertise in mowing, shoveling, raking, and maintaining clean, safe, and professional workspaces
Ability to set up and maintain proper signage to ensure safety and inform the public of crew activity
High School Diploma or GED equivalency and some work experience in general maintenance work, preferably in a water treatment plant, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Responsibilities

Checks the operation of water and wastewater valves by manually turning them on and off with a valve key or wrench
Reports valve replacement needs to the supervisor for timely action
Paints equipment and buildings to maintain facility aesthetics and protect surfaces from wear
Digs, patches, and backfills pavement or grounds, utilizing tools such as shovels, dump trucks, jackhammers, and tamps
Assists with the repair of water and wastewater main breaks, including digging pavement, cutting or clamping pipes, and backfilling
Handles deliveries and stocks supplies to ensure the availability of materials for ongoing work
Operates dump trucks to transport debris or mud to and from worksites for backfilling purposes
Performs general landscaping tasks, including mowing with riding and push mowers, trimming and pruning trees and shrubs, and cutting down trees
Shovels snow from sidewalks and applies ice-melting materials to maintain safety during winter conditions
Cleans and washes bar screens, scum boxes, weirs, and sand filter screens
Treats sludge, flushes and checks underground pumps, and records readings and measurements at water and wastewater plants
Empties trash and recycling containers to maintain cleanliness
Mops and cleans floors, offices, hallways, and restrooms
Sets up wet floor signs to prevent slips and falls
Assists lab assistants with gathering distribution of water samples for testing
Performs related duties as required to support ongoing operations and maintenance