- High Point, North Carolina, United States
- On-site
- Full-time · Mid
- $24–$30 per hour
The Water Mains Specialist will oversee and participate in the daily operations of the City’s water distribution system, including backflow prevention, cross-connection control, hydrant meter use, water quality, and regulatory compliance. This position serves as a backup Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC), conducts inspections, testing, and maintenance of system components, and ensures accurate reporting to state and federal agencies.
Compensation
Compensation Range $23.61 - $30.25
Responsibilities
- Back Up Operator in Responsible Charge for the distribution system, backflow prevention program, and fire hydrant use program
- Performs duties of back-up ORC for the collection system, when qualified
- Ensures the distribution system and associated programs follow the rules and regulations of the Federal, State, and Local agencies including completing all required reports in a timely manner
- Inspects system devise, pipelines, rights-of-way, water storage facilities, aerial lines, creek crossings, etc.
- Ensures information from support departments such as lab, plant maintenance; engineering services, administration, and code enforcement is incorporated into the system records, rules, procedures or ordinances
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate’s degree in related field
- Nice to have: Class ‘A’ Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement
- Nice to have: Grade A Distribution Certification
- Nice to have: Certified Backflow Tester