Utility Technician Supervisor - Night Shift

About the role

The Utility Technician Supervisor, under limited supervision, performs professional and technical work in Water & Wastewater Operations. Work involves performing and overseeing a crew performing maintenance including mowing and operating various types of heavy equipment and pumps. Work also involves installing and repairing water/sewer taps, emergency and routine system repairs, reading/installing/troubleshooting/repairing meters, locating sewer/water lines, fire hydrant flushing and maintenance, valve exercises, and maintaining/repairing/cleaning sewer lines, and utility right-of-ways.

Responsibilities

• Maintains facility to meet regulations set forth by NCDEQ as necessary.
• Regular roster rotation for "on-call" duty.
• Operates and repairs equipment including vehicles, trucks, backhoes, excavators, wheel loaders, skid steer, tractors, power tools, and other equipment.
• Maintains and cleans water/sewer lines ensuring proper system operation, maintains water/sewer right-of-ways including mowing and inspections, performs CCTV inspections on new construction sewer lines.
• Installs and repairs fire hydrants.
• Oversees rapid response to customer calls and complaints.
• Performs complex field service investigations for Billing and Customer Service departments including accounts involving possible tampering cross connections, and illegal idlers that require extensive research, documentation, and communication.
• Records meter readings and meter numbers accurately.
• Inspects and performs basic preventative maintenance checks and services on county operated vehicles; assists supervisor with monthly inspection of vehicles.
• Controls the delivery of water and wastewater throughout the distribution system.
• Maintains pump/booster stations, water towers and associated equipment.
• Performs basic electrical repairs and computer monitoring.
• Serves as a back-up for the Utility Services Manager in their absence, performing related duties and responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement and the ability to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy (unless medically exempted).
• Possession of a Water Distribution Operator Grade “B” certification or Water Pollution Control Collection System Operator Grade “2” certification or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.
• Thorough knowledge of the NC811 regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalent diploma (GED), and three (3) years of experience: or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Water Distribution System Operators “A” Certification or Water Pollution Control Collection System Operator Grade “3” or higher.
• NC AWWA-WEA Leadership Academy Level 2 or equivalent.

Skills

• Proficient in the use of heavy equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of NCDEQ regulations and NC811 regulations.
• Ability to operate and repair various types of heavy equipment and pumps.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance options.
• Dental insurance options.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.

Pay

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Schedule

Various shifts including weekends and holidays.