Job Summary
Incumbents in this position are responsible for assisting in the collection of samples and the monitoring of public drinking water and wastewater for Cape Fear Public Utility Authority.
Essential Job Functions
•The Sr. Water Quality Technician serves as WQ team leader in the absence of the Water Quality Supervisor to train, assign daily work, and maintain water quality and compliance for 2 separate distribution systems.
•In the absence of Water Quality Supervisor, prepares and responds to communication concerning water quality actions and complaints to include but not limited (BWA) Boil Water Advisories.
•Assists Water Quality Supervisor with planning and managing BWA’s and issuing noti?cations.
•Obtains samples of the drinking water in the distribution system in strict accordance with established monitoring procedures.
•Ensures proper chain of custody of samples transported to the lab for testing for state compliance and for special projects.
•Samples new lines for activation and activates new lines.
•Conducts ?ow tests, pressure surveys, and an annual ?ushing program.
•Collects GPS data utilizing a GPS device. Noti?es supervisor of any mapping inaccuracies.
•Disables water main for emergencies or for work on distribution system, restores water, ?ushes lines, and collects sample for analysis after restoring water to customers.
•Assists with investigating customer complaints by collecting samples, reporting ?ndings to the supervisor, and recommending appropriate action to remedy customer concerns.
•Ensures work records are accurate, timely and recorded in Maximo.
•Keeps detailed records of investigation and maintenance assignments.
•Directs the path of contaminated water ?ow during system ?ushing by following directions from a supervisor or system ORC.
•Selects the appropriate hydrant and/or valve to ensure water quality during scheduled maintenance and emergency repair to contain and properly ?ush any water contaminants.
•Assists with providing instructions to construction crews in disinfecting newly installed water mains through appropriate use of chlorine, ?ow direction, and discharges into the collection system.
•Uses GIS maps, engineered drawings, and knowledge of the distribution system con?guration to locate problem areas for implementation of ?ushing programs.
•Responds to emergencies and other operation situations.
•Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as directed.
•Performs other related job duties as assigned.
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.
•Five (5) years of work experience in water quality or any related work field.
•Requires a Class “B” or “A” Distribution license.
•Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid State of North Carolina driver's license.
Pay Grade: G14
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $41,675.00 - $55,566.00 per year
Benefits:
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
Schedule:
Work Location: In person