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Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
Camera Assistant (Sewer)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Physical or Geoscience Technician works with supervising geoscientists and geophysicists and uses specialized equipment to collect data on the earth's surface and interior. May assist with prospecting for underground sources of oil or gas.
$44,055 / year median in North Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Incumbents in this position is responsible for assisting and providing support to assigned personnel. This position performs daily maintenance and cleaning of the sanitary sewer camera inspection equipment and assist with sewer cleaning operations. This position is assigned to pay grade G12. Assists with the operation of the remote-controlled sewer camera equipment and video monitors for inspection and cleaning of water and sewer systems. Prepares set up of equipment at job site to perform sewer mainline inspection to include traffic control, opening manhole locations, and setting up of safety equipment. Lifts and lowers the camera crawler into and out of manholes. Cleans equipment after each use and performs proper care and maintenance of associated components. Maintains all equipment, including assigned vehicle, in clean and proper working order and conducts maintenance on regular basis. Maintains inventory of equipment and reports of non-operable equipment to supervisor. Trains in all areas of camera operation and procedures to acquire skills for advancement to level of camera operator. Performs inventory/property management. Performs other related job duties as assigned. 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 role such as a sewer inspection camera assistant, entry level plumbing, piping or construction worker helper/assistant, or any related work field. NC Grade 1 Collection System Operator certification is preferred. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid State of North Carolina driver's license required. Other Essential Job Specifications YES NO 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 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).