Utility Technician III

Key Responsibilities 

• Supports leading the maintenance of the water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines within OWASA’s system. Position will be assigned to a specific crew covering either: 
• Sewer Maintenance and Easements – Repairs collection system infrastructure and maintains easements and off-road assets.  
• Valve and Hydrant Maintenance – Inspects, maintains, repairs, and operates valve and Hydrant infrastructure. 
• Water Maintenance and Services – Locate and repair water mains, Installs, repairs, and replaces water services and sampling stations.  
• Customer Service and Meters – Assist customers with issues, and operates, maintains, repairs, and replaces water meters, meter setters, and meter boxes. 
• Sewer Preventative Maintenance - Performs cleaning, inspection, and preventative maintenance of the wastewater collection system. 
• Construction - Performs new installation and replacement of aging water and sewer infrastructure including water and sewer mains, large meters, and special projects. 
• Responds to rotating on-call after hour emergencies as needed.  
• Responsible for the safety of themselves and the public.  
• Uses a variety of hand tools and operates heavy equipment (Dump truck, backhoe, excavator, loader, tamp, saw, tapping machine, etc.).  
• Leads the team members in the absence of the Crew Supervisor. 

Qualifications 

• Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling in water and sewer systems.  
• Two years of experience working with water and sewer systems.  
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).   
• Ability to complete employer paid certification in Sewer Collection System Grade II or Water Distribution System Grade B – prefer certifications to already be active.  
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite and knowledge of Cityworks or similar work order management system. 
• Ability to effectively communicate information with customers, public and other employees. 
• Able to exert up to 100 pounds, walk/stand to a significant degree, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and respond to rotating after-hour situations as necessary.  

Pay and Benefits 

• Salary Range is $56,596 - $84,894 
• 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!  

Team members are our most important resource. OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment. Visit www.owasa.org to apply for this excellent opportunity. This recruitment will close October 8, 2026.