Utility Services Technician
2 weeks ago
Position Information
Requisition Number
S4928P
Home Org Name
Utility Services
Division Name
VP, Facilities Management
Position Title
Utility Services Technician
Job Class Code
AC21; AC22; AC23
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
1
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Auburn University Facilities Management is looking for a dedicated Utility Systems Technician to help keep our campus running smoothly. In this role, you'll be an essential part of installing, operating, and maintaining critical systems, including water, gas, stormwater, and sewer.
Your work will includelocating and mapping underground utilities, performing inspections, and handling minor repairsto ensure reliability and safety. You'll also be responsible for installing and maintaining utility meters, gathering accurate data, and supporting emergency response efforts when needed.
If you're detail-oriented, enjoy hands-on work, and want to make a meaningful impact on campus operations, this is the opportunity for you
Essential Functions
Utility Locating and GPS Collection
- Uses standard electronic devices and references utility maps to locate underground utilities.
- Provides color-coded markings on the ground to define utility location.
- Communicates with excavator site personnel to provide additional information.
- Refers complex or difficult utility locates to higher-level technicians or supervisor.
- Collects GPS data, pictures, and documents installations of the utility infrastructure.
- Communicates with project managers and contractor superintendents to discuss utility requirements, schedule, and status of work.
- Conducts preventative maintenance activities on domestic water, gas, and sewer systems.
- Locates, inspects, and tests system equipment (valves, hydrants, meter boxes, etc.)
- Operates valves, makes minor repairs, cleans, lubricates, paints, and adjusts as necessary.
- Uses work management system to manage maintenance activities and document findings.
- Reports significant findings and issues to supervisor for correction.
- Assigns and completes work order without direct supervision or guidance.
- Supports domestic water and gas system outages by operating valves to isolate, drain, and vent sections of the system.
- Works with higher-level technicians and supervisors to determine the specific valves to operate and in what order.
- Supports restoration of the utility systems by operating valves to fill and pressurize sections that were isolated during the outage.
- Communicates the status of the system with those involved in the outage.
- Understands proper methods to open and close valves and may use portable power-driven valve operator to perform this task.
- Quickly responds to reported emergencies, issues, or abnormal conditions in the domestic water, gas, sanitary, and storm sewer systems (leaks, overflows, back-ups, etc.)
- Inspects the site, evaluates the situation, and reports back to supervisor or higher-level technician.
- Recommends a course of action to make the situation safe and acts on the approved plan.
- Coordinates resources for repair as necessary and provides status updates on correction.
- Supports the utility metering and billing process.
- Reads meters and records consumption accurately and consistently.
- Troubleshoots and resolves minor issues. Complex issues are referred to higher-level technicians.
- Assists with system inspections to determine condition and configuration.
- Opens and inspects manholes, vaults, utility boxes, and other access points.
- Assists higher level technicians with the use of various sewer camera devices.
- Supports contractor inspectors with access to manholes and pipes as needed.
- Collaborates with others on system design improvements or modifications.
- Supports the installation of new utilities, utility tie-ins, and utility demolition on campus.
- Works with project managers and contractors to help resolve unexpected conflicts and questions when encountering unknown utilities during excavation.
- Inspects and documents damage caused by excavation, boring, or other methods.
- Helps develop repair plans with supervisor and higher-level technicians and monitors the repair process.
- Adheres to all construction and excavation site safety policies and procedures.
Why Work at Auburn?
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Level I
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and operation of utility systems.
- Associate's degree or higher in a technical field plus 5 years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and operation of utilities systems; the use of electronic line locating devices and GPS equipment; design and operation on natural gas, domestic water systems, and proper isolation techniques; water and gas metering systems including automatic meter reading and programing systems.
- Associate's degree or higher in related technical field plus 8 years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and operation of utility systems; the use of electronic line locating devices and GPS equipment; design and operation on natural gas, domestic water systems, and proper isolation techniques; water and gas metering systems including automatic meter reading and programing systems.
Substitution allowed for Education: When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.
Substitution allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
For Level II: Other Staking University Locate Certification of Locate Competence (Four Modules). 1.The Basics 2. Creating the Circuit 3. Analyze 4.Near Myths
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
- Broad knowledge of mechanical principles and basic skills.
- Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, repair, and proper operation of a wide array of routine water supply, water distribution, plumbing, gas, and drainage systems.
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures and practices.
- Ability to read and interpret maps in order to plan work and safely operate the utility systems.
- Ability to safely operate machinery and vehicles, use basic hand tools, and use and evaluate information from measuring and test equipment.
- Ability to adhere to all safe work practices and standard practices.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Level I:
- Valid Driver's License
- Valid Driver's License
- Staking University Locate Certification of Locate Competence (Four Modules: The Basics, Creating the Circuit, Analyze, and Near Myths)
- Valid Driver's License
- Staking University Locate Certification of Locate Competence (Four Modules: The Basics, Creating the Circuit, Analyze, and Near Myths)
- National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO): Pipeline Assessment
- National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO): Manhole Assessment
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
$19.00/hour - $38.01/hour
Job Category
Facilities/Skills Trades
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:
Auburn
State position is located:
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
12/02/2025
Closing Date
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.
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