Utility Technicians
Listed on 2026-02-03
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Utility Technician, Maintenance Worker, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Overview
Utility Technician — Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) is seeking individuals with or without experience to join the Water Distribution and Sewer Collection team. These essential team members maintain, repair, and install water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines. This role uses a wide variety of equipment/tools, works outside in all weather conditions, responds to after-hour emergencies, and frequently uses email and computers to process work orders.
Scheduleand physical requirements
Typical work hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Physical requirements include exerting 20–50 pounds constantly, 50–100 pounds frequently, and significant walking/standing.
CompensationUtility Technician I salary range is $45,718 - $68,576. Utility Technician II salary range is $47,364 - $71,046. To be hired as Utility Technician II requires at least one year of experience in a water and wastewater utility, a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid North Carolina Class A CDL, and certification school attendance or have first level certification (Sewer Collection System Grade 1 or Water Distribution System Grade C certification).
QualificationsNo experience required; we will train you. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a valid North Carolina Driver’s License. Must be able to get a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6 months.
Benefits- Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (pension plan)
- 5% Employer 457 plan contribution
- Retirement health savings account
- Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Long-term Disability
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Parental Leave, and Recovery Leave
- Annual CDL Bonus
- Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
- Educational Reimbursement
- Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
- Ability to transfer unused sick leave from previous NC Local Government or State agency employer
- Much, much more!
OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences and are open to flexible qualifications. Come join our awesome team full of great people. OWASA provides competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment. This recruitment will remain open until February 18, 2026.
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