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Sr. Utility System Specialist, Water & Sewer

Town of Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/16/2025

Description

General Statement of Duties

Performs responsible semi-skilled and skilled work in the installation, replacement, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines and appurtenances.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work as a team leader engaged in the construction, installation and repair of water and sewer lines. Work involves the operation of construction equipment in the installation, replacement and repair of water and sewer pipes to specific grade and depth, and back filling and compacting the site. Work also includes making taps to water and sewer mains, installing hydrants, meters, and valves, and making repairs to the water and sewer system. Employees are subject 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, dusts, 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.

Essential Duties and Tasks

Performs a wide variety of maintenance and repair work as listed on work orders; completes work orders with time, materials and equipment used.

Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections.

Lays water and sewer pipe; adjusts pipe to proper grade and depth following stakes; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines and related facilities.

Installs, services and tests water meters and meter yokes; reads and records meter readings; connects and disconnects water service.

Operates the sewer rodder, jet, and vacuum machines to unstop sewer lines.

Operates backhoe, front end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machine.

Installs hydrants, meter valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.

Inspects water and sewer pumping stations; performs cleaning and maintenance; makes or assists with repairs; takes and records pump and motor readings.

Leads in making repairs to storm drainage system, asphalt, and other utility cuts.

Serves as lead worker with a team.

Additional Job Duties

Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in the installation, replacement, maintenance and repair of utility lines.

Working knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual methods and tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of utility lines and appurtenances.

Working knowledge of the use of common hand and power tools.

Working knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of common automotive and mechanical equipment.

Working knowledge of the municipal water and sewer service policies and procedures.

Skill in the operation of a backhoe and other construction equipment.

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.

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 the backhoe and dump truck in a safe manner.


Desirable Education and Experience

Graduation from high school and considerable experience in construction-related utility work including experience in heavy equipment operation.

Special Requirement

Possession of valid appropriate driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. May require collection of distribution or collection system operator certification at appropriate level. 


This job is hiring with a $3,000 sign on bonus. $1,500 will be paid at hire and the remaining will be paid in the 4th quarter of 2024.

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