UTILITY TECHNICIAN – 40001826

Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow and play. For more information about Durham County Government, visit www.dconc.gov

DEPARTMENT:

County Engineering

DATE POSTED:

June 27, 2023

CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled

SALARY MIN:

$50,219.00

SALARY MAX:

$85,312.00

POSITION NUMBER:

40001826

JOB TYPE:

Full-Time

**This positions qualifies for a $6,000.00 sign on bonus**

***THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANYTIME***

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this job is to provide semi-technical work within the County owned Utilities service area including sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, and domestic water in Rougemont.
This position works under close supervision according to set procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs construction inspection of utilities served by Durham County for public and private development. Utilities include sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, and domestic water in Rougemont. Additionally, work includes locating and marking county utility assets, coordinating and organizing NC811 tickets, and reviewing as-built sewer video.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of utility construction techniques, processes, and materials.
  • Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and to compare them with various aspects of construction in progress.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, owners, the general public, and other employees.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and exercise tact and firmness in the enforcement of requirements.
  • Ability to plan and organize work and work independently.
  • Skilled at utility locate equipment operation.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by one (1) year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.

Must obtain a Grade 1 Collections Certification and CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) Inspection Certificate within one year of employment.

Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category
Science and Engineering
Job Type
unspecified
Salary
USD 85,312.00 per year
Country
United States
City
Durham
Career Level
unspecified
Company
Durham County
JOB SOURCE
https://careers.dconc.gov/job/Durham-UTILITY-TECHNICIAN-40001826-NC-27701/927734800/