| Location | Gastonia, NC |
| Salary | $44,324.80–$82,056 Per Year |
UTILITIES MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I, II, III
Salary
$44,324.80 - $82,056.00 Annually
Location
Municipal Operations Center (1300 N Broad St), Gastonia, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
01754
Department
Public Utilities
Division
Water & Sewer/Utilities Maintenance
Opening Date
03/31/2026
Closing Date
10/31/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
General Definition of Work
Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City of Gastonia's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Employees in this series operate motorized equipment, perform physical labor, maintain infrastructure, respond to emergencies, and support regulatory compliance and customer service.
Work is performed under varying degrees of supervision depending on the level.
Essential Functions/Duties
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS BY LEVEL
Level
Summary of Role
UMT I
Entry-level technician performing maintenance and repair tasks under close supervision using established procedures. Focused on learning water and sewer repairs, equipment operation, safety practices, and basic water/sewer functions.
UMT II
Intermediate-level technicians independently operate heavy equipment around live utilities, perform complex water and sewer repairs and installations, and coordinate daily work sequences.
UMT III
Senior technician with advanced experience operating heavy machinery around live utilities, mentoring junior staff, and handling the most complex excavation, water and sewer repairs, and emergency response activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
The following job functions are typical for a position of this nature at all levels. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each function. Other job functions and duties may be required as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education/Experience/Physical Demands/Special Requirements/Additional Information
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Level
Requirements
UMT I
High school diploma or GED. No prior experience required
UMT II
High school diploma or GED and successful completion of the City's equipment operator course or post-offer equipment operator skill assessment, and water and sewer utility maintenance experience
UMT III
High school diploma or GED and 3 + years of heavy equipment operation, including excavation, and water and sewer utility maintenance experience
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Level
Requirements
UMT I
NIMS IS-700 within 12 months; NC Class A CDL with Restrictions 8 & Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of hire
UMT II
Valid NC Class A CDL; NC Grade I Wastewater Collections or NC Grade C Distribution certification within 12 months of hire or promotion
UMT III
Valid NC Class A CDL; Two certifications; NC Grade I & II Wastewater Collections OR NC Grade I Wastewater Collections and NC Grade C Distribution certification at time of hire or promotion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is a physically demanding position. The following summarizes the physical activities, vision, and working conditions that are typical of this work.
Physical Activity:
Work requires frequent standing and walking and involves climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting. The employee must perform heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds continuously. Work also requires manual dexterity, grasping, tactile perception, speaking, and hearing.
Vision:
Work requires visual acuity, depth perception, and an adequate field of vision to safely operate trucks, forklifts, cranes, and other vehicles or equipment.
UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):
Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to extreme heat and cold, loud noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation. The employee may work near moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, chemicals, elevated surfaces, and other physical hazards. Duties frequently require working in confined or restricted spaces, including crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, enclosed rooms, utility pipes, and narrow passageways.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
The City of Gastonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
STANDARD CLAUSES
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.
The City of Gastonia is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and supportive workplace. We welcome qualified applicants who are interested in serving our community. Final candidates may be required to participate in reference checks, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon completion and satisfactory review of criminal background check and drug screening, consistent with City policy and applicable law.
High Deductible Health Plan with HSA
Dental
Vision
Life
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Pension (Local Government Employees Retirement System)
401(k)
457
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Dependent Care Plan
Employee Assistance Program
On-Site Health Clinic
Employee Educational Assistance Program
Sick Leave (12 days per year)
Initial Employment Vacation: Starting at 12 days per year
Holidays (11 days per year)
Personal Day (1 day per year)
A comprehensive list of benefits can be found online at City of Gastonia Employee Benefits Handbook
Employer City of Gastonia
Address 181 South Street
Gastonia, North Carolina, 28052
Phone (704) 866-6859
(704) 866-6858
Website https://gastonianc.gov/