Utilities Technician - Easement Inspections

Salary: $41,117.00 - $60,031.00 Annually
Location : Raleigh, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2023-01102
Department: PU Sewer Maintenance
Opening Date: 11/30/2023
Closing Date: 12/21/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm
Hiring Range: $41,117.00 - $45,000.00
Job Description
This position functions independently as a Field Inspector assigned to the Easement Inspection Program within the Sewer Maintenance Division. Staff within this program are tasked with evaluating the condition of sanitary sewer and/or water main easements and various structures contained within easements such as manholes, aerial sewer pipes, valves, and junction boxes. Work involves visually inspecting assets, documenting observations, identifying discrepancies, and generating work orders to correct discrepancies.
Regular scheduled working hours are Monday thru Friday, 6:30am to 3:00PM. This position carries with it an on-call requirement which includes 8 hours of paid standby time per on-call week, plus the potential to earn overtime pay at 1.5 times the normal hourly rate for hours worked over 40. Work is conducted primarily in an outdoors environment often in isolated wooded areas accessed on foot. Employees may also be exposed to vehicular traffic.
This position will report to the Lake Woodard Operations Center, located at 3324 Lake Woodard Dr, Raleigh, NC 27604.
The benefits of being a City of Raleigh Utilities Technician:

• Qualifying Utilities Technicians are eligible for training certifications that provide stipends of additional 12.5% to base pay.
• Education provided to learn Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Operator standards and earn certifications including the National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) pipeline and manhole assessment standard certification.
• Get your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance supporting City department(s) or maintenance function; select proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks; perform work following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations.
• Work independently with full responsibility for completion of daily job tasks.
• Operate and maintain assigned vehicle and tools; perform inspections to ensure safe operating conditions; perform routine repairs and/or replacement of parts; clean and perform preventative maintenance; and monitor need for replacement or advanced repairs.
• Plan, monitor and review inventory, resources and materials needs; initiate orders for resources based on requirements; may work with contract workers and trade specialists by scheduling and coordinating repairs and maintenance services.
• Assist with setup/teardown of traffic control work zones and various safety equipment including trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, and confined space equipment.
• Complete various tasks such as locating and marking sewer structures, opening manholes, walking long distances through wooded areas, traversing uneven terrain, manual cutting of underbrush and vegetation, data collection and entry, map reading, and assistance with other Division Programs.
• Provide support to the City's emergency response in the event of inclement weather, to include support for debris cleanup after severe storms or snow and ice response for Division facilities.

Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED and two years of maintenance experience or experience related to the fields listed below as shown:

• Construction: grading, storm drain, site work, builder, plumber, any utility construction (including fiber installation), road construction
• Landscaping: installer, maintenance, irrigation
• Mechanic: heavy equipment, HVAC, hydraulic systems
• Farming: manual labor, equipment operating
• Moving Company: labor, truck driver
• General Municipal Worker: utility inspector
• Tech School Student: mechanical
• Firefighter: full or part-time

OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.
Licensing/Certifications

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

Preferred Licensing/Certifications

• National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) pipeline and manhole assessment standard certification

Additional Information
Knowledge Of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
• Basic mathematical concepts.
• Basic filing and 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.
• Modern office technology.

Skill In:

• Following directions and meeting standards.
• Providing attention to detail in assignments.
• Performing routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Proofreading and error correction.
• Monitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials and inventory.
• Performing basic math calculations.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Operating assigned tools and equipment.
• Organizing and maintaining records and files.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
• Providing customer service.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.
To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits
The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.
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Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Some high school
• High school diploma (or GED)
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• PhD or other professional degree

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How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in this field?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 2 years
• 2 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 4 years
• 4 to less than 5 years
• 5 to less than 6 years
• 6 to less than 7 years
• 7 to less than 8 years
• 8 to less than 9 years
• 9 to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

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Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

• Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.
• I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

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