Utility Locator/Preventative Maintenance Technician

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success. Mission Statement

• York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement
• York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. Core Values
• Excellence through Professionalism Respect
• respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule
• treat others as you want to be treated. Dedicated
• strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best. Integrity
• do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles. Knowledgeable
• ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement. Friendly
• service with a smile.

How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL. The Utilities Department operates and maintains water and sewer systems in defined service areas in eastern York County and western York County. The department purchases water from the City of Rock Hill. The county has in excess of 22,000 retail customers in its service areas. York County also provides service to the City of York. Sewer service is provided through a collection system owned by York County with treatment being provided by the City of Rock Hill's Manchester Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility. We invite you to apply to join our team as a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt Utility Locator/Preventative Maintenance Technician in our Utilities Department. The purpose of this position is to receive work orders/locate tickets to provide preventative maintenance on water and sewer utilities, which requires the ability to drive and operate a county vehicle on a regular basis.

Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday, 7:00 am
• 4:00 pm; hours may vary based on operational needs (40 hours per week).

Compensation:

Projected Hiring Range/Pay Grade 111: $20.40

• $24.

48 per hour. Salary is determined based on qualifications.

Our Total Compensation Package:

Compensation

• competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.

Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-term disability Parental Leave Bereavement Leave Deferred Compensation 401K Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays Longevity Pay SC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick Time Expanded Sick Bank Critical Care and Cancer Insurance Wellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings /

Conferences Duties and Responsibilities:

Locates underground water and sewer utility lines and appurtenances. Utilizes SC811 ticket systems to complete locate services for the excavator or property owner. Performs preventative maintenance activities (flushing, exercising valves, etc.), meter readings, and service connections/disconnections. Operates a desktop computer to read construction plans. Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High School Graduation or GED equivalent. Six (6) months of basic computer skills and ability to read construction plans.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Valid state driver's license is required. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 26 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Americans with

Disabilities Act Compliance:

York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses:

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.