Water/Sewer Mains Technician III

About the position

As a Water & Sewer Mains Technician, you'll play a vital role in keeping the City of High Point's water and sewer systems running smoothly. From installing and repairing pipes, meters, and valves to ensuring the distribution and collection systems are in top condition, no two days will be the same. You'll work alongside a dedicated team, maintaining essential infrastructure and supporting the city's facilities-plus, you'll have the chance to take on a variety of tasks, including cleaning duties, to keep everything in top shape. If you're ready for hands-on, meaningful work that helps keep the city flowing, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Operate sewer cleaning equipment on motorized vehicles, including flusher, vacuum, and rodding equipment
• Assist in the installation, repair, and replacement of water mains, sewer lines, taps, fire hydrants, valves, and meters
• Respond to water and sewer line issues, cleans lines and manholes
• Raise and lowers manholes and valve boxes
• Tap high-pressure lines and make connections
• Inspect sewer lines using a TV inspection system
• Support Water/Sewer Technician III or Crew Chief by inspecting and distributing tools, equipment, materials, and supplies
• Assist in traffic control by setting up warning and directional signs
• Operate pick-up trucks, service trucks, or tandem trucks to haul materials and equipment to/from job sites
• Able to work up to 16 hours in extreme weather conditions
• On-call for regular rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Use hand tools for utility line maintenance tasks
• Communicate via two-way radio with staff and other departments
• Adhere to OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies
• Must have or obtain a CDL driver's license with a tanker endorsement
• Assist with training new W/S Technician I hires
• Maintain records and completes reports as required
• Participate in connecting water and sewer pipes to mains and service connections
• Conduct flow monitoring and leak detection tests
• Serve as Back-up ORC
• Assist in maintaining good public relations by addressing citizen concerns
• Participate in research and development projects

Requirements

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on call
• A Grade II NC Wastewater Operator Certification or B Distribution Operator
• Experience operating equipment (mini excavator / sewer combination truck)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with Water/Sewer Mains

Benefits

• A guaranteed monthly pension upon retirement, vested after 5 years of service
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
• 401K and 457B Retirement Plans
• PTO earned within first year
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan