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Location : NC, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00148
Department: Sewer Collection
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 1/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Come join our awesome team full of great people. OWASA provides competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.
We would love to meet you!
OWASA seeks an individual to join our Water Distribution and Sewer Collection team as a Utility Technician III. This position helps to maintain the water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASA's water and sewer system.
A Utility Technician III is assigned to a specific crew covering the following areas: Sewer Maintenance and Easements, Valve Maintenance, Water Service and Maintenance, Customer Service and Hydrant, Sewer Preventative Maintenance, and Construction. This position is exposed to all types of weather and outdoor elements; responds to on-call after hour emergencies as needed; uses a variety of hand tools and operates heavy equipment. Leads the team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor. Responsible for the safety of themselves and the public by maintaining work zone safety through traffic control and other safety devices to safely work within the road right of way and/or easements.
Examples of Duties
Typical Qualifications
Position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling for water and sewer systems, with a minimum of two years' experience. Requires a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License, Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B certification. Physical requirements include exerting up to 50 pounds constantly, up to 100 pounds frequently and walking/standing to a significant degree.
Supplemental Information
Team members are our most important resource. Benefits:
OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to continuous improvement, sustainability, creativity, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
See OWASA's website for details.
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Please list the Water Distribution and/or Sewer Collection certifications(s) you currently hold?
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This position serves as a leader and champion for the crew and serves as supervisor in the absence. Provide an example of a time you displayed positive leadership skills.
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OWASA responds to emergency situations day and night. How do you ensure you and your crew members are prepared and willing to respond to these situations?
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Please provide an example of how you have promoted good morale and a positive work environment within your department.
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What qualities and characteristics should a successful Utility Technician III display?
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What makes you the best candidate for this position?
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Location : NC, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00148
Department: Sewer Collection
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 1/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Come join our awesome team full of great people. OWASA provides competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.
We would love to meet you!
OWASA seeks an individual to join our Water Distribution and Sewer Collection team as a Utility Technician III. This position helps to maintain the water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASA's water and sewer system.
A Utility Technician III is assigned to a specific crew covering the following areas: Sewer Maintenance and Easements, Valve Maintenance, Water Service and Maintenance, Customer Service and Hydrant, Sewer Preventative Maintenance, and Construction. This position is exposed to all types of weather and outdoor elements; responds to on-call after hour emergencies as needed; uses a variety of hand tools and operates heavy equipment. Leads the team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor. Responsible for the safety of themselves and the public by maintaining work zone safety through traffic control and other safety devices to safely work within the road right of way and/or easements.
Examples of Duties
Typical Qualifications
Position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling for water and sewer systems, with a minimum of two years' experience. Requires a valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License, Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B certification. Physical requirements include exerting up to 50 pounds constantly, up to 100 pounds frequently and walking/standing to a significant degree.
Supplemental Information
Team members are our most important resource. Benefits:
- Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (pension plan)
- 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 and Parental Leave
- Educational Reimbursement
- Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
- Much, much more!
OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to continuous improvement, sustainability, creativity, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
See OWASA's website for details.
01
Please list the Water Distribution and/or Sewer Collection certifications(s) you currently hold?
02
This position serves as a leader and champion for the crew and serves as supervisor in the absence. Provide an example of a time you displayed positive leadership skills.
03
OWASA responds to emergency situations day and night. How do you ensure you and your crew members are prepared and willing to respond to these situations?
04
Please provide an example of how you have promoted good morale and a positive work environment within your department.
05
What qualities and characteristics should a successful Utility Technician III display?
06
What makes you the best candidate for this position?
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