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Utility Maintenance Technician

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Salary: $40,588 – $54,117 per year

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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.  
  • 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.
  • 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 driver's license.
  • This position will be placed on an On-Call rotation that requires a response within 30 minutes of notification.

Other Essential Job Specifications
YESNO
Use interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers.X
Comprehends and uses technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.X
Performs numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.X
Performs complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols.X
Requires travel between CFPUA sites.X
Use or repair of small/light equipment (power tools).X
Use or repair medium equipment and machinery (vehicles, commercial mowers).X
Use or repair heavy or complex machinery (HVAC systems, construction equipment, water plants).X
Physical 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 shift
NONESOMEFREQUENTVERY FREQUENT
Minimal 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.X
Same 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.X
Physical 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.X
Sustained 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
Sustained 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



Compensation details: 40588-54117 Yearly Salary





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Job details

Title
Utility Maintenance Technician
Employer
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Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
Published
Nov 3, 2026
Closes:
Jan 2, 2027
Job type
Industry Jobs
Field
Other
Salary

Salary: $40,588 – $54,117 per year

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