Water Distribution Technician

Description The Johnston County Public Utilities Department has an immediate opening for a Water Distribution Technician. Located in the eastern half of North Carolina and part of the Research Triangle Region, Johnston County is part of the fastest growing region of the state. Johnston County is the fastest growing county in the state with a population of 216,000 residents. Hiring salary range is commensurate with experience and excellent benefits package available. Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement,401k, paid holidays, sick leave, and more. To learn more, visit Final candidates subject to pre-employment drug screen and background check (includes criminal and motor vehicle records). Please document all work history relevant to the position for which you are applying. Determination of qualifying for the position and salary may be based on years of experience listed on the application itself, not in supplemental documents attached. Failure to document complete work history may affect qualification determination and salary. Electronic applications cannot be amended once submitted. Duties and Responsibilities Employee performs technical duties in the water transmission and distribution system including water sampling, water main flushing, pump station operation and maintenance, and master meter maintenance, and water quality and water service complaint investigations. Serves in on-call or emergency call-back duty. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of a variety of methods and tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of utility lines, pumping stations, meters, electrical controls, and appurtenances. Ability to read utility line maps and equipment operation and service manuals and to understand and follow oral and written instructions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly. Must possess the visual acuity necessary to operate machines and equipment including close inspection of moving and small parts, using measurement devices, perform assembly and fabrication of parts, prepare data records and operate a computer terminal. Desired Education and Experience Graduation from high school is required supplemented by courses in mechanical or plumbing trades, and experience including pumping, piping maintenance, and repair work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license and Grade C Water Distribution System Operators certificate or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.