Maintenance Technician

Company: Government jobs
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description

The City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department, now also known as Raleigh Water, provides water and sanitary sewer services to about 198,000 metered customers and a service population of about 600,000 people in Raleigh, Garner, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Knightdale, Wendell, and Zebulon areas. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable water services for our customers while protecting public health and contributing to the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our communities.

Our Water Distribution division is looking for a Maintenance Technicianto join our team. Maintenance Technician are devoted to providing repairs, preventive maintenance, utility locating, and does investigations within our water system. Maintenance Technician also performs maintenance and equipment operation for the City's distribution system by performing skilled activities in support of maintaining, replacing, and repairing water assets (i.e., services, mains, and fire hydrants, etc.).

The benefits of being a Raleigh Water Maintenance Technician:

• Qualifying Maintenance Technician are eligible for training certifications that provide stipends of additional 12.5% to base pay.
• Education provided to learn Water Operator standards and earn certifications.
• Get your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam.
• Employee paid insurance.
  Maintenance Technicianwork a rotating after hours call. Pay for being on call (standby) is 8 hours at regular pay. If called back into work, employee is paid at the overtime rate as indicated by policy.
  
  Parking is free!
  
  Duties and Responsibilities
  
  
  • Install's, replaces, and repairs assets such as water services, mains, fire hydrants, split services, sample stations, and auto flushers.
  • Required to work after hours on an on-call rotating repair call crew.
  • Performs semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance supporting City department(s) or maintenance function; selects proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks; performs work following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations.
  • Collects, prepares, and enters system data; creates work orders; logs work activities; update maps; enters account data; compiles and prepares reports; maintains records, files, and work-related documentation.
  • May serve as lead worker by assigning work and monitoring work completion.
  • Monitors and ensures safe working conditions and environment; identifies potential hazards and initiates or coordinates corrective action to maintain safety; ensures availability, maintenance and operability of safety and work-related equipment; monitors processes and activities to assure quality.
  • Responds to inquiries, complaints, issues, and information requests from internal and external customers; addresses and resolves problems and complaints; monitors compliance with applicable regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. Typical Qualifications
    
    Education and Experience
    High School Diploma or GED and two years of maintenance experience related to assignment.
    
    OR
    
    An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.
    
    Licensing/Certifications
    • Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 30 days.
    • Class A (CDL) Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 45 days. Additional Information
      
      Knowledge of:
      
      • Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work.
      • Basic mathematical concepts.
      • Basic filing and record-keeping principles.
      • Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
      • Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
      • Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
      • Customer service principles.
      • Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
      • Modern office technologySkill In:
        
        • Following directions and meeting standards.
        • Providing attention to detail in assignments.
        • Performing routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.
        • Proofreading and error correction.
        • Monitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials and inventory.
        • Performing basic math calculations.
        • Comprehending reference books and manuals.
        • Operating assigned tools and equipment.ADA and Other Requirements
          Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
          
          Heavy Work:
          Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
          
          Working Conditions:
          Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.
          
          Note:
          This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
          
          When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.
          
          To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits
          
          The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.
          
          01 Please select your highest level of education completed.
          • Some high school
          • High school diploma (or GED)
          • Some college
          • Associate's degree
          • Bachelor's degree
          • Master's degree
          • PhD or other professional degree
            
            02 How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in this field?
            • None
            • Less than 1 year
            • 1 to less than 2 years
            • 2 to less than 3 years
            • 3 to less than 4 years
            • 4 to less than 5 years
            • 5 to less than 6 years
            • 6 to less than 7 years
            • 7 to less than 8 years
            • 8 to less than 9 years
            • 9 to less than 10 years
            • 10 years or more
              
              03 Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire?
              • Yes
              • No
                
                04 Do you have a valid North Carolina Class A (CDL) Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 45 days of hire?
                • Yes
                • No
                  
                  * Required Question

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