Water Technician

Responsibilities

• Collects water samples for water system and Woodlawn Roadside Park as required by DEQ and deliver to State approved lab for analysis with appropriate forms.
• Monthly reading of water meters.
• Check chlorine levels at water flushers as required and log on appropriate forms.
• Daily reading of Master Meter (M-F) and log on appropriate form.
• Exercising all valves annually and log on appropriate form.
• Exercise / flow all fire hydrants annually and log on appropriate form.
• Keep all fire hydrants clean, painted, and clear of obstructions.
• Keep all flushers clean and clear of obstructions.
• Mow / weed eat all flushers and fire hydrants as needed.
• Install, change, lock out or turn on meters as directed.
• Locate and mark water lines as instructed by 811.
• Available 24/7 for emergency call in due to water line breaks / disruptions.
• Performs various safety operations as needed with Nebo Water operations and installations.
• Performs various operations and inspections related to Fire Sprinklers and riser operations at the Universal Complex.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid North Carolina driver's license
• Ability to obtain Flagger Certification within a four-year period of accepting this position
• Obtain B-Distribution Certification from NCWTFOCB within a four-year period of accepting this position

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Ability to obtain Flagger Certification within a four-year period of accepting this position.

Obtain B-Distribution Certification from NCWTFOCB within a four-year period of accepting this position.

Skills

Ability to operate water treatment equipment.

Knowledge of water treatment processes.

Ability to read and interpret water meters.

Ability to perform basic plumbing tasks.

Ability to follow safety procedures.

Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

We also offer up to 8 weeks of paid family leave to eligible employees.

Pay

Salary range: $X-$Y per hour

Schedule

Full-time position, available 24/7 for emergencies.