Water Treatment Technician Jobs in North Carolina
Water Treatment Technician jobs in North Carolina are concentrated in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro, where rapid population growth keeps municipal water systems and utilities in constant need of qualified operators. Employers such as Veolia Water, Jacobs Engineering, and the City of Charlotte Utilities Department have maintained steady hiring for entry-level operators through senior plant operators skilled in water quality monitoring, chemical treatment, and distribution system maintenance. Demand across the state remains strong as aging infrastructure and regulatory compliance requirements drive sustained workforce needs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Performs intermediate skilled trades work assisting senior mechanics in daily maintenance work, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Senior Utilities Plant Mechanic.
Examples of Duties
- Assists senior plant mechanics with repair of water treatment plant equipment such as bar screens, mechanical mixers, pumps, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors, chemical feed systems, and chlorinators.
- Performs complete overhaul of water treatment machinery and equipment, including chlorinators, evaporators, chemical feeders, conveyors and pumps of all types.
- Maintains large filters involving adjusting and installing control valves and units.
- Replaces high pressure steam lines and works on return lines and installs valves.
- Makes major and minor repairs to water mains and pumps.
- May be required to work at a sewage treatment plant on a relief basis or as needed.
- May be required to operate a treatment plant.
- Fills in for Senior Mechanic in their absence.
- Performs preventative maintenance work.
- Completes work orders
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of related industry, organization, and department policies, practices, and procedures; thorough knowledge of related industry, organization, and departmental legal guides, recommendations, best practices, ordinances, and laws; thorough knowledge of industry standard and department specific equipment; skill in using assigned equipment; ability to read blue prints and flow charts; ability to work in adverse conditions; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to compute flows, volumes, and weights from data; ability to work On-Call; ability to understand methods of complex measuring; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
Physical Requirements: This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms, frequently requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires sitting, tasting or smelling and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arm's length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires exposure to wet humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts and exposure to fumes or airborne particles, frequently requires exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, exposure to vibration and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic
Supplemental Information
Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid NC Class B Commercial Drivers License recommended
- Availability to work On-Call required
- Within 1 year of hire:
- OSHA Safety training
Within 6 months of hire
- Fork Lift Operator's license
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- 401a Contribution (employee match not required)
- Bus Pass Program
- Education Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Suggestion Program
- Family and Medical Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Group Health Insurance
- Group Dental Insurance
- Jury Duty Leave
- Life/Accidental Death Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Military Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Promotion from Within
- Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)
- School Leave
- Shared Leave
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Training
- Vacation Leave
- Wellness Program
Description
Performs intermediate skilled trades work assisting senior mechanics in daily maintenance work, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Senior Utilities Plant Mechanic.
Examples of Duties
- Assists senior plant mechanics with repair of water treatment plant equipment such as bar screens, mechanical mixers, pumps, engines, blowers, gas and air compressors, chemical feed systems, and chlorinators.
- Performs complete overhaul of water treatment machinery and equipment, including chlorinators, evaporators, chemical feeders, conveyors and pumps of all types.
- Maintains large filters involving adjusting and installing control valves and units.
- Replaces high pressure steam lines and works on return lines and installs valves.
- Makes major and minor repairs to water mains and pumps.
- May be required to work at a sewage treatment plant on a relief basis or as needed.
- May be required to operate a treatment plant.
- Fills in for Senior Mechanic in their absence.
- Performs preventative maintenance work.
- Completes work orders
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of related industry, organization, and department policies, practices, and procedures; thorough knowledge of related industry, organization, and departmental legal guides, recommendations, best practices, ordinances, and laws; thorough knowledge of industry standard and department specific equipment; skill in using assigned equipment; ability to read blue prints and flow charts; ability to work in adverse conditions; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to compute flows, volumes, and weights from data; ability to work On-Call; ability to understand methods of complex measuring; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
Physical Requirements: This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms, frequently requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires sitting, tasting or smelling and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arm's length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires exposure to wet humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts and exposure to fumes or airborne particles, frequently requires exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, exposure to vibration and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic
Supplemental Information
Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid NC Class B Commercial Drivers License recommended
- Availability to work On-Call required
- Within 1 year of hire:
- OSHA Safety training
Within 6 months of hire
- Fork Lift Operator's license
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- 401a Contribution (employee match not required)
- Bus Pass Program
- Education Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Suggestion Program
- Family and Medical Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Group Health Insurance
- Group Dental Insurance
- Jury Duty Leave
- Life/Accidental Death Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Military Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Promotion from Within
- Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)
- School Leave
- Shared Leave
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Training
- Vacation Leave
- Wellness Program
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Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Construction & Real Estate
- Waste Management & Environmental Services
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in water treatment technician jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina Water Treatment Operator certification at Grade I or higher required
- Experience operating and maintaining water treatment plant processes and equipment
- Knowledge of water quality testing, chemical dosing, and regulatory compliance standards
- Ability to read and interpret plant controls, instrumentation, and SCADA systems
- Valid driver's license required for field inspections and multi-site facility responsibilities
- High school diploma or GED required, with preference for associate degree in environmental science
Water Treatment Technician Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a water treatment technician in North Carolina?
You become a water treatment technician in North Carolina by earning a state-issued Water Treatment Operator certification through the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality. Candidates must meet education and experience requirements, then pass the state exam for the appropriate grade level. Most entry-level positions require at least a Grade I certification. A high school diploma is the minimum educational requirement, though an associate degree in environmental science or water technology strengthens your application.
Which companies hire water treatment technicians in North Carolina?
Companies currently hiring water treatment technicians in North Carolina include ChemTreat, City of Winston-Salem, and GFT, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's mix of fast-growing municipalities and large private utility contractors means openings appear across both public water systems and outsourced operations management firms.
Which North Carolina cities have the most water treatment technician jobs?
Durham, Raleigh, and Charlotte consistently post the most water treatment technician openings in North Carolina. Charlotte and Raleigh lead because of their rapidly expanding populations and large municipal utility departments, while Greensboro and smaller metros like Durham and Winston-Salem generate steady demand through regional water authorities and industrial facility compliance needs.
Are there remote water treatment technician jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Water treatment work is inherently hands-on, requiring direct operation of plant systems, on-site sampling, and equipment maintenance that cannot be done remotely. About 50% of water treatment technician openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The portions of the role most suited to remote work include compliance reporting, data analysis, and SCADA monitoring support in some larger utility organizations.
How can I get hired as a water treatment technician in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a Grade I operator-in-training role with a municipal utility or a contract operations firm, which allows you to work toward your North Carolina certification while employed. The City of Charlotte Utilities and Aqua North Carolina both hire entry-level plant operators who complete their certification on the job. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as laboratory technician, environmental compliance assistant, or industrial maintenance gain a hiring edge, as does completing a water or wastewater technology program at a community college like Central Piedmont Community College.
Where can I find and apply to water treatment technician jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to water treatment technician jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state updated in real time. Search the listings to see roles that match your certification level, experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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