UTILITY MECHANIC III
The Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA), a progressive water utility providing water, sewer and
reclaimed water services to the Towns of Chapel Hill, Carrboro and the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill seeks to fill a Utility Mechanic III position for the repair and maintenance of water, sewer and
reclaimed water lines.
Ideal candidates should be self-motivated team players with proven leadership abilities and excellent
communication skills. Candidates must have an exceptional work ethic with the ability to assist the team
to fulfill the mission and goals of OWASA while ensuring safe work practices are always followed.
Position installs, repairs and maintains water, sewer and reclaimed water lines. Position supervises and
directs crew members in the absence of the Crew Leader. This position uses various tools and
equipment including dump trucks, loaders, tractors, backhoes, jackhammers, tapping machines, weed
eaters, etc. Responsible for planning jobs; creating/closing work orders; transporting materials and
equipment to job site; performing landscaping duties; repairing leaks; locating underground utilities; and
repairing roadways. Other duties include performing inspections, communicating with customers and
providing lead on-call duties for after hour work.
Six-months to one year of advanced study or training at a community college or technical school with
one to three years of relevant experience. Position requires a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s
License (CDL) and a Water Distribution Grade B and/or Collection System Grade II.
Prior experience using City Works and a Geographic Information System (GIS) is highly preferred.
Candidates must have the ability to work outdoors in all kinds of weather and respond to after-hour
situations as necessary. Position requires exerting 20 – 50 pounds constantly, 50 – 100 pounds
frequently and walking/standing to a significant degree. Typical hours are Monday through Friday 7:00
AM to 3:30 PM.
OWASA provides excellent benefits to include membership in the NC Local Government Employees
Retirement System, employer 457 plan contribution and retirement health savings account. Paid
Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurances. Additional benefits include: Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick and
Personal Leave, Bereavement and Parental Leave, Educational Reimbursement, Bonus Pay for Additional
Certifications and/or Education.
OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to continuous improvement, sustainability,
creativity, diversity and inclusion.
Salary Range is $44,962 - $69,242
Apply online at www.owasa.org. Closing date is December 11, 2019
Certified Orange County Living Wage Employer