City of Charlotte
Utilities Instrument Technician
City of Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
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Utilities Instrument Technician
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City of Charlotte .
Open date: Friday, January 02, 2026; Close date: Friday, January 16, 2026.
Department: Charlotte Water Department.
Salary: $30.44 - $38.05 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Welcome to the City of Charlotte Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.
Guiding Principles
Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions
Summary Charlotte’s local government, with more than 9,000 employees and a total budget of $3.65 billion, works hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Charlotte Water is an enterprise department of the City of Charlotte and one of the largest public water and sewer service providers in the southeast with over 330,000 customer accounts and over 1,100 employees. Our service area includes the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and the towns of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mint Hill, Matthews, and Pineville.
Job Summary This position maintains, installs, calibrates, diagnoses, and repairs an array of specialized instrumentation, pneumatic, and hydraulic process control equipment associated with the water treatment processes. Work involves initiating maintenance, installation, and repair of process control equipment and instrumentation; maintaining and repairing control valves, chemical feed pumps, and flow meters; and calibrating instruments and controls. The position designs improvements, orders parts, and assists outside vendors or contractors.
Essential Job Functions
Repairs equipment by troubleshooting equipment; working with operations and maintenance to determine root cause of process failure; replacing or repairing device causing the failure; entering required data into work order system; confirming with operations that proper process integrity has been restored; and coordinating with other groups as needed.
Calibrates equipment in treatment plant by checking equipment operation, preparing calibration standards, cleaning and inspecting equipment for proper operation, performing calibration, resolving any issues that arise during calibration, and working with operations to ensure minimal process disruptions.
Handles instruments including flow transmitters, turbid meters, free chlorine analyzers, PH meters, pressure transmitters, ultrasonic level transmitters, and streaming current monitors.
Handles controls including AC/DC drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, transducers, motors, actuators, valves, relays, ladder logic, and the supervisory control and data acquisition system.
Participates in equipment upgrades by determining feasibility and potential impact of upgrade; designing system; ordering parts; coordinating with maintenance and operations; and installing, testing, and documenting the upgrades.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements To Perform Work
High school diploma or GED from an accredited school.
OR four (4) years of related work experience, preferably experience with the maintenance, installation, and repair of process control equipment and instrumentation, and experience with control valves, chemical feed pumps, and flow meters.
Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations
Requires a valid Driver’s License.
Must obtain and maintain a City Driver’s Permit.
Requires a NC Collection System Operator Grade I state certification (or obtaining level 1 certification within 18 months of hire) with progressive levels of certification each year thereafter.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of maintenance, installation, and repair of process control equipment and instrumentation.
Skill in using tools and equipment appropriate for position.
Ability to follow safety directions.
Ability to follow instructions.
Physical Demands The work is medium work and requires applying 30 pounds of force frequently and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity in inspections, and walking.
Work Environment Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Requires working in confined spaces, below ground including wet wells and working at heights, working under varied and adverse weather conditions; and responding to after-hour alarms subject to emergency call-back.
Additional Information This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check. Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Final candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug‑screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments. The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
How To Apply Apply online. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby, where self‑service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays. For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us. The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request, please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.
BENEFITS The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits. The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.
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Utilities Instrument Technician
role at
City of Charlotte .
Open date: Friday, January 02, 2026; Close date: Friday, January 16, 2026.
Department: Charlotte Water Department.
Salary: $30.44 - $38.05 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Welcome to the City of Charlotte Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.
Guiding Principles
Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions
Summary Charlotte’s local government, with more than 9,000 employees and a total budget of $3.65 billion, works hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Charlotte Water is an enterprise department of the City of Charlotte and one of the largest public water and sewer service providers in the southeast with over 330,000 customer accounts and over 1,100 employees. Our service area includes the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and the towns of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mint Hill, Matthews, and Pineville.
Job Summary This position maintains, installs, calibrates, diagnoses, and repairs an array of specialized instrumentation, pneumatic, and hydraulic process control equipment associated with the water treatment processes. Work involves initiating maintenance, installation, and repair of process control equipment and instrumentation; maintaining and repairing control valves, chemical feed pumps, and flow meters; and calibrating instruments and controls. The position designs improvements, orders parts, and assists outside vendors or contractors.
Essential Job Functions
Repairs equipment by troubleshooting equipment; working with operations and maintenance to determine root cause of process failure; replacing or repairing device causing the failure; entering required data into work order system; confirming with operations that proper process integrity has been restored; and coordinating with other groups as needed.
Calibrates equipment in treatment plant by checking equipment operation, preparing calibration standards, cleaning and inspecting equipment for proper operation, performing calibration, resolving any issues that arise during calibration, and working with operations to ensure minimal process disruptions.
Handles instruments including flow transmitters, turbid meters, free chlorine analyzers, PH meters, pressure transmitters, ultrasonic level transmitters, and streaming current monitors.
Handles controls including AC/DC drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, transducers, motors, actuators, valves, relays, ladder logic, and the supervisory control and data acquisition system.
Participates in equipment upgrades by determining feasibility and potential impact of upgrade; designing system; ordering parts; coordinating with maintenance and operations; and installing, testing, and documenting the upgrades.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements To Perform Work
High school diploma or GED from an accredited school.
OR four (4) years of related work experience, preferably experience with the maintenance, installation, and repair of process control equipment and instrumentation, and experience with control valves, chemical feed pumps, and flow meters.
Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations
Requires a valid Driver’s License.
Must obtain and maintain a City Driver’s Permit.
Requires a NC Collection System Operator Grade I state certification (or obtaining level 1 certification within 18 months of hire) with progressive levels of certification each year thereafter.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of maintenance, installation, and repair of process control equipment and instrumentation.
Skill in using tools and equipment appropriate for position.
Ability to follow safety directions.
Ability to follow instructions.
Physical Demands The work is medium work and requires applying 30 pounds of force frequently and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity in inspections, and walking.
Work Environment Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Requires working in confined spaces, below ground including wet wells and working at heights, working under varied and adverse weather conditions; and responding to after-hour alarms subject to emergency call-back.
Additional Information This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check. Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Final candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug‑screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments. The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
How To Apply Apply online. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby, where self‑service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays. For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us. The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request, please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.
BENEFITS The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits. The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.
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