Waterworks Technician - Distribution

Hiring Range: $26,184 - $38,879 DOQ

SAFETY

Employee is responsible for adhering to all safety procedures and regulations established by the Water Department, the
County and all State and Federal organizations. Any safety concern should be reported to a supervisor immediately.

JOB SUMMARY

This position assists in the general maintenance, repair, and operation of the water distribution system and associated
facilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists with the maintenance and repair of the Counties water distribution system and associated facilities.
• Installs and repairs water service lines, water meters, meter boxes, main line valves, and fire hydrants.
• Assists with the installation of water service taps.
• Records readings from water meters using a hand-held computer.
• Takes manual readings from water meters and records data accurately.
• Responds and coordinates with construction companies within County limits on current projects.
• Responds, investigates, and acts on customer inquiries and complaints.
• Operates heavy machinery, construction equipment, and commercial vehicles utilized in the operation and

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of work experience that includes semi-skilled mechanical/maintenance responsibilities; including

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of methods and practices used in the operational and maintenance functions of public water supply

• Knowledge of the methods and practices used in repairing and maintaining water transmission systems.
• Ability to operate and utilize machinery and equipment related to water distribution system maintenance and

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primary work location is in the maintenance shop, vehicle and office environment setting. Occasional exposure to
unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Daily exposure to respiratory hazards,
noise and vibration, and physical hazards. Weekly exposure to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity. Daily
exposure to mechanical hazards. Weekly exposure to chemical hazards. Monthly exposure to electrical hazards, fire
hazards, and communicable diseases. The work requires the use of protective devices including be not limited to safety
shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, and gloves.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Continuously requires vision and talking. Frequently requires standing, vision, hearing, walking, and sitting. Occasionally
requires reaching, climbing, crouching, fine dexterity, handling, kneeling, foot controls, twisting, lifting, crawling,
balancing, carrying, pushing/pulling, and bending. Medium strength demands include exerting 20-100 pounds
occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Frequently requires time pressures, frequent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously,
noisy/distracting environment, and working closely with others as part of a team. Occasionally requires emergency
situations, irregular schedule/overtime, and tedious or exacting work.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.

DISCLAIMER

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform
duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the
performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.

Washington County reserves the right to revise this position description at any time.

HOW TO APPLY

Complete a Washington County Employment Application and mail it to:

Fetima Moore

HR Specialist

PO BOX 1007

Plymouth, NC 27962

Or email your completed application to fmoore@washconc.org.