Water Maintenance Worker I - Meter Services
Salary
$22.80 Hourly
Location
Asheville, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-01910
Department
Water Resources
Division
Meter Services
Opening Date
07/24/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Summary
About Our Opportunity:
We are currently hiring a full-time, non-exempt Water Maintenance Worker I to join the Water Resources Department in the Meter Services Division. The purpose of this position is to provide a variety of responsible unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled work in maintenance and construction of water meters, water lines and fixtures, and asphalt and concrete repairs for the Citys Water Resources Department.
40 hours per week; Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Overtime required as needed and rotating on-call schedule approximately 3 - 4 weeks per year.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude
them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties
may be required and assigned.
Installs, maintains and repairs water lines and related system components: assists with the installation of water
main taps, lines, and hydrants; clears debris from manholes, water lines, rights of way, easements, valve boxes,
hydrants, etc.; inspects and evaluates condition of systems; diagnoses leaks, blockages or other problems;
excavates around water mains and hydrants; cuts in valves, tees, and beds; saw cuts driveways, sidewalks, curbs,
and roads; removes and replaces service lines and hydrants; checks and greases seals and
gaskets; performs confined space entries in manholes; cleans manholes and lines; and changes out rings and lids on
manholes, etc.
Receives and completes work orders: gathers tools and equipment needed to complete work activities; picks up
and transports materials, tools, and supplies; cleans and washes equipment and tools; performs preventive
maintenance and minor repairs as needed; and notifies supervisor of needed equipment replacements and repairs.
Performs related activities: repairs asphalt, concrete, yards, and other areas that are disrupted as a result of repair
work; rakes and preps yards for seed, hay, and sod; and puts out pine straw and lime where needed.
Adheres to established safety procedures: monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure
safety of employees and other individuals; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs and cones around
project or work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and wears protective gear.
Operates and maintains a variety of equipment, tools, and supplies to complete essential functions, such as
backhoe, track hoe, excavator, service truck, dump truck, trailer, loader, tamp, water pump, saws, vac truck,
crescent wrenches, pipe wrenches, brick hammers, copper crimpers, impact guns, Sawzall's, or other equipment,
tools, and supplies.
Performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition:
inspects equipment; checks fluid levels; replaces fluid; greases equipment; fuels vehicles, replaces parts; washes
and cleans equipment; cleans shop and work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and
safety; and reports faulty equipment.
Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate
work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated
timeframes and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains
as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, activity logs, timesheets, pre-inspection logs,
pressure relief valve records, tools and parts sheets, and other documentation; compiles data for further
processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet,
database, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential
functions.
Additional Functions:
Performs other related duties as required.
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of experience in construction, infrastructure
maintenance, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which
provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license. Must
obtain and maintain a valid Class A North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL), including appropriate
endorsement(s), within six months of hire. Must obtain and maintain the following additional certifications within
six months of hire: Confined Space Entry, Trenching and Excavation, and Flagger. Must obtain and maintain Class C
Water Distribution certification within 2 years of hire.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential
functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary
to function effectively in the position.
Performance Aptitudes:
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information, following a
prescribed plan requiring the exercise of some judgment. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to
these computational operations.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within
well-established policies, procedures, and standards.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver, and/or control
the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and/or rapid adjustments.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the
ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret
graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions
furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or
modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving
a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change.
ADA Compliance:
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving
some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged standing, and
which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight
(12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors,
sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental
conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, water
hazards, hazardous materials, toxic agents, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards,
bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, or rude/irate customers.
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the
City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both
prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Some positions may require a fingerprint-based SBI background check after a conditional offer and before your start date; HR will provide instructions if applicable.
For benefits-eligible positions, explore our full benefits at AshevilleBenefits.com.
About us:
The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched by its diversity.
The City's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment. Applicants will be assured of fair treatment in all aspects of recruitment and selection without regard to a person's age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, genetic information,or disability, except where certain physical and mental requirements are Bona Fide Occupational Qualifications (BFOQ). The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here.
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Select your highest level of education:
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How many years of relevant experience do you have in infrastructure maintenance or related field?
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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Do you have a valid North Carolina Commercial Drivers License (CDL)?
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If you dont have a Class A Commercial Drivers License with a Tanker Endorsement, can you get one within 90 days of being hired?
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If you have a Class B CDL, can you upgrade to a Class A CDL within 6 months of being hired?
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Do you possess a Class C Water Distribution certification OR can you obtain within 2 years of hire?
Required Question
Employer City of Asheville
Address City of Asheville
PO Box 7148
Asheville, North Carolina, 28802
Phone 828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE
Website http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs