Collection System Technician

Collection System Technician

Salary

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Location

Lillington, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

HRW 2506

Department

Harnett Regional Water

Division

Sewer Collection

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

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POSITION SUMMARY

POSITION SUMMARY:

An employee in this position monitors and maintains lift stations along with sewer lines and system for Harnett Regional Water.

This position depends on certification:

Collection System Technician Trainee/I - $42,480.00

Collection System Technician II - $44,604.00

Collection System Technician III - $46,834.00

Collection System Technician IV - $49,177.00

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Checks and maintains lift stations.
• Cleans sewer wet wells.
• Responds to and clears sewer backups.
• Cleans bar screens.
• Maintains sewer lines and system.
• Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle to travel as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• No experience required;
• Or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Possession of a NC Collections Grade I Certification.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina commercial driver's license (Class A).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles of plumbing and mechanical maintenance as applicable to water distribution systems.
• Knowledge of the geographical layout of the County.
• Skill in using equipment and tools necessary for locating and unearthing water system fixtures.
• Skill in performing mathematical computations with speed and accuracy,
• Ability to perform minor equipment repairs.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, possibly under challenging and arduous conditions
• Ability to meet deadlines.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; frequently requiring 30 pounds of force to move objects; and occasionally requiring to exert up to 100 pounds of force to move objects. This work also involves the physical abilities of balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, grasping, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, kneeling, lifting, having manual dexterity, pulling, pushing, reaching, performing repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, expressing ideas by the spoken word, and walking. An incumbent must also possess the visual acuity to operate equipment and look for defects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee works primarily in the field and is subject to various hazards. Requires working for extended periods of time, possibly under challenging and arduous conditions.

This position will receive benefits from the State of North Carolina.

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Employer Harnett County

Address P. O. Box 778

455 McKinney Pkwy.

Lillington, North Carolina, 27546

Phone 910-893-7567

Website https://www.harnett.org