Utilities Technician Job Raleigh area,North Carolina USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Every day, City of Raleigh employees are working behind the scenes in critical functions that serve our community. The team at Raleigh Water help make us a world-class leader in sustainable water and wastewater service delivery. In fact, the city of Raleigh has the safest drinking water in the country.

Raleigh Water’s mission is to provide safe, sustainable water services for our customers while protecting public health and contributing to the economic, environmental and social vitality of our communities. To carry out our mission and continue to provide the safest and best drinking water to our community, we are seeking a skilled Utilities Technician
devoted to providing customer support for the City's water treatment plants and distribution system.

What We Offer:

Growth Opportunities! Learn as you grow with On-the-Job Training (OJT) available as part of career development
We’ve got your covered
- Uniforms
A culture of continuous improvement
Stability -You can’t outsource water
Work-Life Balance! – 5-Days per week

We take care of you! Our benefits include:

Paid Time Off
Over 2 weeks of vacation during your first year
12 sick days earned per year
Additional leave, Birthday leave, Well-Being leave, Personal leave
16 Hour Service to others leave
Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Retirement (Pension):
Start young and retire early!
Optional supplemental retirement plans
Wellness programs
Tuition assistance program
Military friendly - use your GI Bill

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Sets up work zones, monitors and measures job site hazards, and hazardous conditions and materials
Documents field activities, data, and maintain through a computerized work order management system
Performs or coordinates the delivery of specialized service work; may conduct inspections and sampling
Responds to inquiries, concerns and information requests from customers; research issues and account information; recommends field-related work activities; refers complex issues to appropriate resource
Assists with special projects as assigned
Performs other utility duties as needed

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; 1 to 3 years’ experience in water/wastewater infrastructure inspection, maintenance/repair, or related work

OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Licenses or

Certifications:

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Knowledge of:

Municipal water systems
Collections system design and functionality
Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
Basic mathematical concepts
Basic record-keeping principles
Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
Uses and properties of supplies and equipment
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment)
Customer service principles
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment
Traffic control and work zone safety
Modern office practices and procedures including the use of standard office equipment and computer applications such as word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications

Skill in:

Heavy equipment and specialized tools and equipment operation
Safe driving and navigating City streets with large vehicles
Interacting with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, and others to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
Following directions and meeting standards

Ability to:

Properly setup work zones and safely work in City roadways
Perform routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions
Monitor and maintain required supplies, materials, and inventory
Comprehend reference books and manuals
Utilize a computer and relevant software applications

ADA and Other Requirements:
Work Environment and Physical Effort:

Heavy:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, street environment (near moving traffic), construction site, or in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in a warehouse environment or shop…