What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Engineering Technician position at Fayetteville Public Works Commission?
Description
Your Role & Impact
As an Engineering Technician, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the Public Works Commission’s engineering operations. Your work will help ensure our infrastructure remains robust, our services stay reliable, and our community continues to thrive.
You’ll be responsible for applying elementary engineering methods and techniques in both office and field settings, directly contributing to the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our customers.
What You’ll Do
Since 1905, PWC has proudly served Fayetteville and Cumberland County, delivering safe, reliable utility services and maintaining competitive rates while keeping the customer and community at the center.
We believe in being a good neighbor: in quality service, environmental stewardship, and investing in our people and infrastructure.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re a driven professional who wants to be part of something meaningful—improving infrastructure, supporting community resilience, and building something you can be proud of—then we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help PWC continue its mission of delivering safe, reliable services and investing in our community’s future.
Grade 406 $23.29 – $38.07
Non-Exempt Hourly
Your Role & Impact
As an Engineering Technician, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the Public Works Commission’s engineering operations. Your work will help ensure our infrastructure remains robust, our services stay reliable, and our community continues to thrive.
You’ll be responsible for applying elementary engineering methods and techniques in both office and field settings, directly contributing to the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our customers.
What You’ll Do
- Draw, update, and maintain diagrams and plot charts for utility projects
- Prepare layouts and work orders for routine service requests and staking sheets
- Interpret basic sketches, schematics, charts, graphs, blueprints, and block/wiring diagrams
- Research information and locate utilities to support project planning
- Write and review assigned sections of project specifications
- Analyze and extract data from drawings, notes, and other sources to describe materials or methods
- Reproduce engineering drawings; trace and fill in details as needed
- Prepare material cost estimates for projects
- Compile data and prepare accurate, timely reports
- Adhere to safety rules and contribute to a safe work environment
- Maintain positive employee/management relations and support departmental objectives
- A graduate of an accredited two-year college/technical school with a degree/certification in engineering technology, drafting, design, surveying, or a related field and a minimum of one year of progressively responsible construction or engineering experience involving estimating, surveying or related work or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Ability to interpret engineering documents and diagrams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and stakeholders
- Commitment to safety and productivity
- Ability to work under general supervision and follow established policies
- The opportunity to work for an award-winning utility recognized for excellence in reliability and service
- A collaborative, supportive environment where your contributions matter
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a utility setting that invests in its team
Since 1905, PWC has proudly served Fayetteville and Cumberland County, delivering safe, reliable utility services and maintaining competitive rates while keeping the customer and community at the center.
We believe in being a good neighbor: in quality service, environmental stewardship, and investing in our people and infrastructure.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re a driven professional who wants to be part of something meaningful—improving infrastructure, supporting community resilience, and building something you can be proud of—then we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help PWC continue its mission of delivering safe, reliable services and investing in our community’s future.
Grade 406 $23.29 – $38.07
Non-Exempt Hourly
Salary : $23 - $38