Utility Mechanic I

The Orange Water and Sewer Authority

 UTILITY MECHANIC I

The Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA), a progressive water utility providing water, wastewater and reclaimed water services to the Towns of Chapel Hill, Carrboro and to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, seeks highly motivated and qualified candidates for Utility Mechanic I positions.

Duties include installing and maintaining water, sewer and reclaimed water lines.  Tasks include servicing meters, valves, hydrants, manholes, easements, etc.  Position reads water meters using a hand held device and downloading data, as well as connecting and disconnecting services.

Position uses a wide variety of equipment including air compressors, jack hammers, dump trucks, backhoes, compact rollers, metal detectors, etc.

Successful candidates must have the ability to work outdoors in all kinds of weather and respond to after-hour situations as necessary.

Prior experience in a water and wastewater utility preferred but not required.

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a Valid NC Driver’s License.

Candidate must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Salary range: $33,124 – $51,012.
Apply online at www.owasa.org.
Closing date is February 22, 2016.
EOE.