Utility Service Mechanic - Stormwater

Position: Utility Service Mechanic - SW

Department: Stormwater

PAYGRADE: USM I -103 (NE)

USM II (Class A CDL)-104 (NE)

Pay: USM I - Min - $21.530/hour, Mid - $27.450/hour, Max - $33.370/hour

USM II - Min - $23.030/hour, Mid - $29.370/hour, Max - $35.700/hour

DEADLINE: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Utility Service Mechanic l:

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to perform general, manual labor duties in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water and wastewater distribution and conveyance system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in preparing job site; clears access to manhole (using a bush axe or sling blade); Ensures entry and exit is available at excavation site; visually inspects manholes and construction site.
• Locates and identifies water lines, sewer lines, and stormwater lines to be repaired and utilities that must be excavated around.
• Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of the water lines, sewer lines, and stormwater lines; clears debris from manholes, sewer lines, sewer stream crossings, easements, valve boxes, etc.; diagnoses leaks, blockages or other problems; raises manholes; plasters manholes; builds inverts; cuts in valves, tees, and beds; saw cuts roads and streets; replaces service lines; performs confined space entries in manholes; cleans manholes and lines; and changes out sewer rings and lids on manholes, fire hydrants, grassing, sod, repairs asphalt, concrete, yards and other areas that are disrupted as a result of repair work; may perform smoke testing and manhole inspections, which may include the use of a pole camera, etc.
• Makes sure work sites/roads are clear of debris after job is completed.
• Flags and directs traffic; places markers, signs, and cones around project or work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public.
• Gathers tools and equipment needed to complete work activities; loads and unloads materials/equipment, tools, and supplies; cleans and washes equipment and tools; performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs as needed; and notifies crew leader/ supervisor of needed equipment replacements and repairs.
• Operates or uses various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments; operates and maintains tapping machine, saws, pumps, grouting equipment, tamps, rollers, jackhammers, thumpers, and other tools and equipment.
• Builds, installs, and retrofits meters to bring to standard; repairs water main breaks; replaces water services; replaces fire hydrants; fixes packing and gaskets in vaults; replaces water valves; repairs meters; and flushes water lines.
• Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all CCWA or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Georgia driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as work involving lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Tasks typically involve some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; tasks may also involve some pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of heavy weight. 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature, noise extremes, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude/irate customers.
• Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
• Position works on call as required.

Utility Service Mechanic II:

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to perform general, manual labor duties in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water. wastewater and stormwater system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in preparing job site; clears access to manhole (using a bush axe or sling blade); Ensures entry and exit is available at excavation site; visually inspects manholes and construction site.
• Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of the water/wastewater conveyance system/stormwater; clears debris from manholes, sewer lines, sewer stream crossings, easements, valve boxes, etc.; diagnoses leaks, blockages or other problems; raises manholes; plasters manholes; builds inverts; cuts in valves, tees, and beds; saw cuts roads and streets; replaces service lines; performs confined space entries in manholes; cleans manholes and lines; and changes out sewer rings and lids on manholes, fire hydrants, grassing, sod, repairs asphalt, concrete, yards and other areas that are disrupted as a result of repair work; may perform smoke testing and manhole inspections, which may include the use of a pole camera, etc.
• Makes sure work sites/roads are clear of debris after job is completed.
• Flags and directs traffic; places markers, signs, and cones around project or work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public.
• Locates and identifies water/wastewater/stormwater lines to be repaired and utilities that must be excavated around.
• Updates information in records; records the make of the manhole brick/precast; counts and records the steps; updates the incoming lines direction of flow; and notates any possible obstructions such as roots, rags, or grease.
• Gathers tools and equipment needed to complete work activities; loads and unloads materials/equipment, tools, and supplies; cleans and washes equipment and tools; performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs as needed; and notifies crew leader/ supervisor of needed equipment replacements and repairs.

• Operates or uses various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments; operates and maintains tapping machine, saws, pumps, grouting equipment, tamps, rollers, jackhammers, thumpers, and other tools and equipment.
• Builds, installs, and retrofits meters to bring to standard; repairs water main breaks; replaces water services; replaces fire hydrants; fixes packing and gaskets in vaults; replaces water valves; repairs meters; and flushes water lines.
• Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED, plus one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field, and any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all CCWA or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license Class A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as work involving lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Tasks typically involve some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; tasks may also involve some pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of heavy weight. 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature, noise extremes, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude/irate customers.
• This position works on-call as needed.
• Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

At CCWA, it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, including temporary employees, and applicants for employment based on qualifications, abilities, and merit. Therefore, CCWA prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants or any other legally covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression), citizenship, genetic information, disability status, past, current, or prospective membership in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to job advertisements, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

Clayton County Water Authority has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.