Part Time Field Safety Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $22.57 Hourly
Location : City Hall 201 South Main Street Graham, NC 27253, NC
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 1205a
Department: Water & Sewer Distribution
Division: Water & Sewer
Opening Date: 07/30/2025
Summary and General Statement of Duties
Performs various semi-skilled and skilled tasks including installation, inspection, replacement, repair, and maintenance work in the field operations division of the public utility department.
Distinguishing Features of the Class and Illustrative Examples of Work
An employee in this class works alone or as a member of a crew led by a supervisor or crew leader. This employee performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks associated with the city's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Work involves the operation of various hand tools and equipment in the installation, replacement, and repair of collection and distribution pipes to specific grades and depths, and backfilling and compacting of the site. Work also includes making taps to distribution and collection mains, installing valves, cleaning sewer lines, and making repairs to the systems. Occasional public contact is required in making referrals to appropriate staff. Work requires on-call and emergency response after hours as needed to maintain the proper operation of the distribution and collection systems. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated through observation, compliance with instructions, regulations, and laws, and adherence to safety practices.
Loads, transports, and unloads equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for the completion of each job; inventories upon receipt and return.
Operates tapping machine to make collection and distribution taps and service connections.
Lays collection and distribution pipes adjusting to proper grade and depth following established standards.
Repairs and replaces collection and distribution lines and related facilities.
Assists in the operation of sewer rodding, jet, and vacuum machines to unstop collection lines. Operates closed-circuit television sewer camera.
Operates dump trucks, jackhammers, tamp, pipe threading machines, tapping machines, air compressors, boring machines, pumps, and other related equipment.
Other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the work assigned.
Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with the area of work assigned.
Ability to operate tools and equipment used in the work assigned.
Ability to perform strenuous work for extended periods.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read, understand, and apply utility line maps and service manuals.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
Work in this position is very heavy work (exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects). Physical activities include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The employee must have the visual acuity to operate trucks and other equipment. The employee is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme cold and heat, noise, vibration, close proximity to mechanical parts, atmospheric conditions, and close quarters. The employee is at high risk of coming in contact with potentially infectious bodily fluids.
Position Qualifications
The position requires completion of high school or equivalent, a North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver License, and some experience in the assigned area of responsibility.
The City of Graham offers an extensive and comprehensive benefits program for employees that includes:
North Carolina Department of State Treasurer Division of the Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)
Additional Retirement Savings Plans
Group Health and Hospitalization Insurance
Dental, Vision, Group Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage
Flexible Spending Account
Longevity and Vacation Pay
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Other leave:
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Worker's Compensation
Military Leave
Civil Leave
Educational Leave with pay
Shared sick leave
Employee Assistance Counseling Program
Credit Union Membership Available
Tuition Reimbursement
Detailed information about our Benefits will be provided during the hiring and/or onboarding process.
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Do you have a high school Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid North Carolina CDL Class B Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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