Utility Maintenance Technician

Utility Maintenance Technician

Salary

$40,588.00 - $54,117.00 Annually

Location

Collections, 633 Groundwater Way, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

00428

Department

LINEAR ASSETS & Engineering

Division

LAC - Pump Station Maintenance

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

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Job Summary

Incumbents in this position are responsible for mechanical and electrical operations and repairs of sewer pump stations, facilities and CFPUA buildings. This position is assigned to pay grade G14.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains and repairs various pumps, motors, and electrical systems at lift stations.

• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues using voltmeters and amp meters.

• Preventative maintenance and repair of bar screens and grinders.

• Wet well cleaning: Removing grease, rags, and debris from pumps and floats.

• Conduct safety inspections, maintain lubricants and fluid levels, and keep work areas clean.

• Perform preventative maintenance on emergency diesel generators and bypass pumps.

• Confined space entry: Working in tight, restricted underground areas like manholes and valve vaults using gas/air monitors and tripods.

• Identifies and corrects work hazards while ensuring compliance with established safety policies.

• Keeps records of all work performed in Maximo.

• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment, assists in supply inventory, and operates job related tools.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• Scheduled on call availability required.

• Essential personnel employee

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months of work experience in a mechanic role or any related work field. Utility experience preferred.
• NC Grade 1 Collections certification or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment is required.
• NC Grade "2" Collections certificate is preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid State of North Carolina drivers license.
• This position will be placed on an On-Call rotation that requires a response within 30 minutes of notification.

Other Requirements

Other Essential Job Specifications

YESNOUse interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers.XComprehends and uses technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.XPerforms numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.XPerforms complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols.XRequires travel between CFPUA sites.XUse or repair of small/light equipment (power tools).XUse or repair medium equipment and machinery (vehicles, commercial mowers).XUse or repair heavy or complex machinery (HVAC systems, construction equipment, water plants).XPhysical Requirements

None: 0 hours or 0% of scheduled shift

Some: Up to 2 hours or 20% of scheduled shift

Frequent - 2 to 5 hours or 20% to 60% of scheduled shift

Very Frequent - More than 5 hours or 60% to 100% of scheduled shiftNONESOMEFREQUENTVERY FREQUENTMinimal physical exertion. Very light physical work at desk or counter level with intermittent periods of sitting, standing, and walking. May involve data entry, telephone work, or use of various office equipment.XSame as above with the addition of standing/sitting/walking for lengthy periods of time. May involve light physical exertion due to pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting weights up to 20 pounds.XPhysical exertion involving pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 pounds. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported. May require occasional bending, squatting, and reaching.XSustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.XSustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands.X

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment on the basis of qualifications and without regard to age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, or genetic disorder.

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment status of all person hired to work in the United States. Cape Fear Public Utility Authority participates in E-Verify.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our Benefits Page.

01

Which NC Collections certification do you currently hold?

• NC Grade 1 Collections certification
• NC Grade 2 Collections certification
• NC Grade 3 Collections certification
• NC Grade 4 Collections certification
• Do not currently have an NC Collections certification.

02

If you do not have an NC Grade 1 Collections certification or higher, are you willing to obtain one during your first year of employment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Cape Fear Public Utility Authority

Address 235 Government Center Drive

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

Phone 910-332-6570

Website http://www.cfpua.org