<h1>Water Distribution Operator 3.0</h1><h5>Hiring Range:</h5>$48,007<ul><li>62,410</li><li>SG-13</li></ul><h5>Hiring Range:</h5>$50,408<ul><li>65,530</li><li>SG-14</li></ul><h5>Hiring Range:</h5>$52,929<ul><li>68,807</li><li>SG-15</li></ul><h5>Hiring Range:</h5>$55,575<ul><li>72,248</li><li>Salary will be determined based on certifications, qualifications, and direct/relatable experience.</li><li>In the supplemental questions, please choose which position you are applying for. Levels II</li><li>Sr., the application must support the required experience</li><li>Water Distribution Operator I, II, III, and Sr Position SummaryPerforms responsible unskilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, replacement, repair and preventive maintenance of water lines, and water meter replacement and repair; assists with sewer work as needed.</li></ul><p>An employee in this class performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled work as a member of a crew engaged in the construction, installation and repair of water lines and appurtenances. Work includes making taps to water and sewer mains, installing hydrants, meters, and valves, and making repairs to the water and sewer system. Other tasks include assisting in the operation of video camera equipment to identify system problems, performing preventive maintenance and repair to water and sewer pumping stations, and related tasks. Employees are subject working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, and oils. Work is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens. Employees are also subject to on-call and call-back work. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation and inspection for adherence to instructions and standard trade and safety practices.</p><h5>EXAMPLE OF DUTIES</h5><h5>Water Distribution Operator I Responsibilities:</h5><p>Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections; sets meter boxes and installs meters.</p><p>Installs new water and sewer service lines; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines, valves, hydrants, and other related structures.</p><p>Installs, services and tests water meters and meter yokes.</p><p>Participates in hydrant and valve exercising and maintenance programs.</p><p>Operates backhoe, front end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, jetting and rodding machine, skid steer, lawn mowers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines.</p><p>Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.</p><p>Sets up safety zones and flags traffic.</p><p>Participates in pressure testing new lines.</p><p>Maintains necessary parts and supplies on assigned truck; notifies supervisor on supply needs.</p><p>Completes work order forms manually or on tablets or laptops.</p><p>Operates the sewer rodder and/or jet machine to unclog sewer lines if needed and on-call.</p><p>Performs other related tasks as required.</p><h5>Water Distribution Operator II Responsibilities:</h5><p>Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections; sets meter boxes and installs meters.</p><p>Installs new water and sewer service lines; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines, valves, hydrants, and other related structures. Installs, services, and tests water meters and meter yokes. Participates in hydrant and valve exercising and maintenance programs. Operates backhoe, front-end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, jetting and rodding machines, skid steer, lawn mowers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines.</p><p>Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants. Sets up safety zones and flags traffic. Participates in pressure testing new lines. Maintains necessary parts and supplies on the assigned truck; notifies supervisor of supply needs. Completes work order forms manually or on tablets or laptops. Operates the sewer rodder and/or jet machine to unstop sewer lines if needed and is on-call.</p><p>Performs other related tasks as required.</p><h5>Water Distribution Operator III Responsibilities:</h5><p>Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections; sets meter boxes and installs meters.</p><p>Installs new water and sewer service lines; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines, valves, hydrants, and other related structures. Installs, services, and tests water meters and meter yokes. Participates in hydrant and valve exercising and maintenance programs.</p><p>Operates backhoe, front-end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, jetting and rodding machines, skid steer, lawn mowers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines.</p><p>Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.</p><p>Sets up safety zones and flags traffic.</p><p>Participates in pressure testing new lines.</p><p>Maintains necessary parts and supplies on the assigned truck; notifies supervisor of supply needs. Completes work order forms manually or on tablets or laptops.</p><p>Operates the sewer rodder and/or jet machine to unstop sewer lines if needed and is on-call.</p><p>Performs other related tasks as required.</p><h5>Water Distribution Operator Sr Responsibilities:</h5><p>Maintains a daily log on water distribution system maintenance activities.</p><p>Flushes water mains; Operates a tractor with bush hog attachment to mow utility rights of way; trims and applies herbicides.</p><p>Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections.</p><p>Lays water and sewer pipe; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines and related facilities. Operates backhoe, combination flushing and rodding machine, vacuum machine, front end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines. Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.</p><p>Assists the public with information about services and policies.</p><p>Performs other related tasks as required.</p><h5>SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION</h5><p>Physical Requirements for all four levels: Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.</p><p>Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally; 50 pounds of force frequently; and 20 pounds constantly.</p><p>Must possess the visual acuity to operate mobile equipment such as loaders and dump trucks in a safe manner to fit pipes and other parts, read gauges, and make written records.</p><p>Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator IGraduation from high school and experience in maintenance and/or construction-related utility work including some equipment operation experience: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</p><p>Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date.</p><p>Ability to obtain a Grade C Distribution Certification with 12-months from date of hire. Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator IIGraduation from high school and a minimum of 2 years' experience in maintenance and/or construction-related utility work including some equipment operation experience: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</p><p>Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date. Must have a NC Grade B-Distribution System Operator Certification. (REQUIRED</p><h5>OF LEVEL II</h5><p>)Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator IIIGraduation from high school and a minimum of 4 years' experience in maintenance and/or construction-related utility work including some equipment operation experience: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</p><p>Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date.</p><p>Must have a NC Grade A-Distribution System Operator Certification. (REQUIRED</p><h5>OF LEVEL III</h5><p>)Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator SrGraduation from high school and a minimum of 5-years' experience in construction and maintenance of utility lines; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</p><p>Possess a valid North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement OR the ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date.</p><p>Must have a NC Grade A-Distribution System Operator Certification. (REQUIRED</p><h5>OF LEVEL</h5><p>Sr.)Additional InformationThe starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications. If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click "Application Status". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is ~20-30 days from the closing date of the posting. When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Fuquay-Varina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring salary will not exceed the hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.</p>

Water Distribution Operator 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 JOB SG-12 <h5>Hiring Range:</h5> $48,007<ul><li>62,410</li><li>SG-13 </li></ul><h5>Hiring Range:</h5> $50,408<ul><li>65,530</li><li>SG-14 </li></ul><h5>Hiring Range:</h5> $52,929<ul><li>68,807</li><li>SG-15 </li></ul><h5>Hiring Range:</h5> $55,575<ul><li>72,248</li><li>Salary will be determined based on certifications, qualifications, and direct/relatable experience.</li><li>In the supplemental questions, please choose which position you are applying for. Levels II</li><li>Sr., the application must support the required experience</li><li>Water Distribution Operator I, II, III, and Sr Position SummaryPerforms responsible unskilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, replacement, repair and preventive maintenance of water lines, and water meter replacement and repair; assists with sewer work as needed.</li></ul> An employee in this class performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled work as a member of a crew engaged in the construction, installation and repair of water lines and appurtenances. Work includes making taps to water and sewer mains, installing hydrants, meters, and valves, and making repairs to the water and sewer system. Other tasks include assisting in the operation of video camera equipment to identify system problems, performing preventive maintenance and repair to water and sewer pumping stations, and related tasks. Employees are subject working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, and oils. Work is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens. Employees are also subject to on-call and call-back work. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation and inspection for adherence to instructions and standard trade and safety practices. <h5>EXAMPLE OF DUTIES</h5> <h5>Water Distribution Operator I Responsibilities:</h5> Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections; sets meter boxes and installs meters.<br><br>Installs new water and sewer service lines; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines, valves, hydrants, and other related structures.<br><br>Installs, services and tests water meters and meter yokes.<br><br>Participates in hydrant and valve exercising and maintenance programs.<br><br>Operates backhoe, front end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, jetting and rodding machine, skid steer, lawn mowers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines.<br><br>Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.<br><br>Sets up safety zones and flags traffic.<br><br>Participates in pressure testing new lines.<br><br>Maintains necessary parts and supplies on assigned truck; notifies supervisor on supply needs.<br><br>Completes work order forms manually or on tablets or laptops.<br><br>Operates the sewer rodder and/or jet machine to unclog sewer lines if needed and on-call.<br><br>Performs other related tasks as required.<h5>Water Distribution Operator II Responsibilities:</h5> Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections; sets meter boxes and installs meters.<br><br>Installs new water and sewer service lines; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines, valves, hydrants, and other related structures. Installs, services, and tests water meters and meter yokes. Participates in hydrant and valve exercising and maintenance programs. Operates backhoe, front-end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, jetting and rodding machines, skid steer, lawn mowers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines.<br><br>Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants. Sets up safety zones and flags traffic. Participates in pressure testing new lines. Maintains necessary parts and supplies on the assigned truck; notifies supervisor of supply needs. Completes work order forms manually or on tablets or laptops. Operates the sewer rodder and/or jet machine to unstop sewer lines if needed and is on-call.<br><br>Performs other related tasks as required.<h5>Water Distribution Operator III Responsibilities:</h5> Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections; sets meter boxes and installs meters.<br><br>Installs new water and sewer service lines; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines, valves, hydrants, and other related structures. Installs, services, and tests water meters and meter yokes. Participates in hydrant and valve exercising and maintenance programs.<br><br>Operates backhoe, front-end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, jetting and rodding machines, skid steer, lawn mowers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines.<br><br>Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.<br><br>Sets up safety zones and flags traffic.<br><br>Participates in pressure testing new lines.<br><br>Maintains necessary parts and supplies on the assigned truck; notifies supervisor of supply needs. Completes work order forms manually or on tablets or laptops.<br><br>Operates the sewer rodder and/or jet machine to unstop sewer lines if needed and is on-call.<br><br>Performs other related tasks as required.<h5>Water Distribution Operator Sr Responsibilities:</h5> Maintains a daily log on water distribution system maintenance activities.<br><br>Flushes water mains; Operates a tractor with bush hog attachment to mow utility rights of way; trims and applies herbicides.<br><br>Operates tapping machine to make water and sewer taps and service connections.<br><br>Lays water and sewer pipe; repairs and replaces sewer and water lines and related facilities. Operates backhoe, combination flushing and rodding machine, vacuum machine, front end loader, dump trucks, jackhammers, tampers, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, trenchers, air compressors, and boring machines. Installs hydrants, meters, valves, clamps, and related pipeline apparatus; sets meter boxes; repairs and replaces fire hydrants.<br><br>Assists the public with information about services and policies.<br><br>Performs other related tasks as required. <h5>SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION</h5> Physical Requirements for all four levels: Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.<br><br>Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally; 50 pounds of force frequently; and 20 pounds constantly.<br><br>Must possess the visual acuity to operate mobile equipment such as loaders and dump trucks in a safe manner to fit pipes and other parts, read gauges, and make written records.<br><br>Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator IGraduation from high school and experience in maintenance and/or construction-related utility work including some equipment operation experience: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.<br><br>Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date.<br><br>Ability to obtain a Grade C Distribution Certification with 12-months from date of hire. Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator IIGraduation from high school and a minimum of 2 years' experience in maintenance and/or construction-related utility work including some equipment operation experience: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.<br><br>Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date. Must have a NC Grade B-Distribution System Operator Certification. (REQUIRED <h5>OF LEVEL II</h5>)Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator IIIGraduation from high school and a minimum of 4 years' experience in maintenance and/or construction-related utility work including some equipment operation experience: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.<br><br>Ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date.<br><br>Must have a NC Grade A-Distribution System Operator Certification. (REQUIRED <h5>OF LEVEL III</h5>)Education/Experience Requirements Water Distribution Operator SrGraduation from high school and a minimum of 5-years' experience in construction and maintenance of utility lines; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.<br><br>Possess a valid North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement OR the ability to obtain a North Carolina Class-A Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire date.<br><br>Must have a NC Grade A-Distribution System Operator Certification. (REQUIRED <h5>OF LEVEL</h5> Sr.)Additional InformationThe starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications. If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click "Application Status". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is ~20-30 days from the closing date of the posting. When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Fuquay-Varina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring salary will not exceed the hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.