Part Time Field Operations Tech

Job Overview

Summary and General Statement of Duties:
Performs various semi‑skilled and skilled tasks including installation, inspection, replacement, repair, and maintenance work in the field operations division of the public utility department.

• Loads, transports, and unloads equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for the completion of each job and manages inventory upon receipt and return.
• Operates tapping machine to make collection and distribution taps and service connections.
• Lays collection and distribution pipes, adjusting to proper grade and depth following established standards.
• Repairs and replaces collection and distribution lines and related facilities.
• Assists in the operation of sewer rodding, jet, and vacuum machines and operates a closed‑circuit television sewer camera.
• Operates dump trucks, jackhammers, tamping devices, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, air compressors, boring machines, pumps, and other related equipment.
• Provides on‑call and emergency response after hours as needed to maintain the proper operation of the distribution and collection systems.
• Works alone or as a member of a crew led by a supervisor or crew leader and performs tasks under general supervision.

• Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the work assigned.
• Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with the area of work assigned.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment used in the work assigned.
• Ability to perform strenuous work for extended periods.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply utility line maps and service manuals.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

Work in this position is very heavy, often requiring the exertion of more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, or more than 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical activities include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The employee must have the visual acuity to operate trucks and other equipment and is exposed to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, including extreme cold and heat, noise, vibration, close proximity to mechanical parts, atmospheric conditions, and close quarters.

The employee is at high risk of coming into contact with potentially infectious bodily fluids.

Completion of high school or equivalent; a North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver License; and some experience in the assigned area of responsibility.

• North Carolina Department of State Treasurer Division of the Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)
• Additional Retirement Savings Plans
• Group Health and Hospitalization Insurance
• Dental, Vision, Group Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Longevity and Vacation Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Leave

• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Worker's Compensation
• Military Leave
• Civil Leave
• Educational Leave with pay
• Shared sick leave
• Employee Assistance Counseling Program
• Credit Union Membership Available
• Tuition Reimbursement