Utilities Specialist - Valve Maintenance

Salary: $53,400.00 - $80,100.00 Annually Location : Raleigh, NC Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2026-00304 Department: PU Water Distribution Opening Date: 02/18/2026 Closing Date: 3/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 6:30 am - 3:00 pm Hiring Range: $53,400.00 - $66,800.00 Job Description Raleigh Water - Water Distribution division is looking for a Utilities Specialist - Valve Maintenance to join our team. Utilities Specialists are devoted to completing preventive maintenance, utility repairs, utility locating, participating in investigations within our water system and providing excellent customer service. The Utilities Specialists also performs maintenance and equipment operation for the City's distribution system by performing skilled activities in support of maintaining, replacing, and repairing water assets, such as services, mains, fire hydrants, etc. The benefits of being a Raleigh Water Utilities Specialist: Qualifying Utilities Technicians are eligible for training certifications that provide stipends of additional 12.5% to base pay Education provided to learn Water Operator standards and earn certifications Get your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam About Us: Raleigh Water, the Public Utilities Department of the City of Raleigh, serves over 200,000 metered customers and a community of around 630,000 residents across Raleigh, Garner, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Knightdale, Wendell, and Zebulon. Our mission is to ensure access to safe, sustainable water while safeguarding public health and enhancing the overall vitality of our communities. We strive to lead with innovation and integrity, fostering a resilient future for the regions we serve. Work Hours: This position primarily works on Monday - Friday from 6:30 am - 3:00 pm. Work includes rotating after-hours on-call responsibilities. When on call, you'll receive standby pay for 8 hours at your regular hourly rate. If you're called out to work during your on-call shift, you'll be compensated at the overtime rate as per our company policy. We understand that flexibility is key! Our on-call schedules as well as after-hours work requirements can vary based on seasonal needs and operational requirements. Therefore, the ability to work a flexible schedule is essential for this role. Examples of work performed while on-call are working on a repair call crew when needed and performing emergency locates. Duties and Responsibilities The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Performs technical duties in the Water Distribution system including utility locating, valve maintenance, System repairs and/or installs, and system flushing Identifies and creates work orders per field investigations for repairs Works with specialized equipment to ensure proper system operability Monitors and inspects equipment and the operability of the equipment Operates and drives heavy equipment such as a dump truck, tractor-trailer, tractor, flatbed truck or water truck Evaluates critical infrastructure by field verification and coordinate excavation Responds to contractor damage within the assigned area and document all information from the damage Leads project teams for program and/or division related projects Creates and completes City Works work orders and inspections related to assignment Serves as Secondary personnel on the On-Call Crew, which consists of technical, operational, and safety duties Assists with training new employees on valve procedures and protocols Typical Qualifications Education and Experience: High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and 3 to 5 years' experience in water/wastewater infrastructure inspection, maintenance/repair or related work, such as: Landscaping: installer, maintenance, irrigation Construction: grading, storm drain, site work, builder, plumber, any utility construction (including fiber installation), road construction Mechanic: heavy equipment, HVAC, hydraulic systems Farming: manual labor, equipment operating Moving Company: labor, truck driver General Municipal Worker: utility inspector Tech School Student: mechanical Firefighter: full or part-time Licensing and Certifications: Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire Preferred Certifications: Valid North Carolina Drinking Water Operator Certification - Distribution C, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire Additional InformationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Operating and driving heavy equipment such as a dump truck, tractor-trailer, tractor, flatbed truck or water truck Hauling materials, supplies, equipment, and soil Inspecting assigned equipment for mechanical readiness Performing minor preventative maintenance on equipment Proofreading and error correction on City Work Inspections, work orders, and/or service requests Monitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials, and inventory Performing basic math calculations Comprehending reference books and manuals Operating assigned tools and equipment Organizing and maintaining records and files Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards Providing customer service ADA and Other Requirements: Work Environment and Physical Effort: Medium: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, street environment (near moving traffic), construction site, or in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in a confined space, warehouse environment, or shop environment. Work Exposures: There is frequent exposure to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), and moving mechanical parts. Employees may occasionally be exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate, communicable diseases, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals or substances, and loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction). City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future. To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits. 01 Please select your highest level of education completed. Some high school High school diploma (or GED) Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree PhD or other professional degree 02 How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in water/wastewater infrastructure inspection, maintenance/repair, or related work? None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 4 years 4 to less than 5 years 5 to less than 6 years 6 to less than 7 years 7 to less than 8 years 8 to less than 9 years 9 to less than 10 years 10 years or more 03 Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire? Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License. I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire. No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire. 04 Raleigh Water provides CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam. Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class A with a Tanker Endorsement or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire? Yes, I currently have a valid NC Class A Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement. No, I do not currently have a valid NC Class A Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement, but I can obtain one within 90 days of hire. No, I do not currently have a valid NC Class A Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement and NO, I cannot obtain one within 90 days of hire. 05 Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position? Yes No 06 If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10