Greenville Utilities Commission

Please help us welcome Justin Fuller to the GUC Board of Commissioners! https://bit.ly/4fe76Mj #NCpublicpower #publicpower #localleadership

Join us today - National Automotive Service Professionals Day - to give big kudos to our Fleet Management staff! One of the most visible images our customers associate with Greenville Utilities is our fleet of vehicles and equipment. Employees in the field wouldn’t be able to do their jobs without our trucks, trailers, and equipment being kept in top-notch shape by the hard work and dedication of our Fleet Management staff. They are responsible for 271 vehicles (from pickups and SUVs to bucket trucks), 166 trailers, and 409 pieces of equipment (from chainsaws to bulldozers). Our Master Mechanics have over 140 years of combined experience and factory training in the field of automotive and diesel diagnostics and repair.

Thank you for the shoutout! We are always thrilled to host trainings at our facilities. It's a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge and best practices with industry peers. Looking forward to more collaborations! #WaterTreatment

Meet Robin Walston, Water Resources Construction Inspector. Robin joined GUC 11 years ago as an Equipment Operator IV before later joining the team of two other Construction Inspectors. This team inspects our water and sewer infrastructure projects that involve outside contractors. They ensure that all extensions to GUC’s water and sewer systems are being constructed according to contract specifications and GUC standards. One of Robin's current projects is inspecting our water installation at the new Acadia Behavioral Healthcare construction site. #employeeappreciation

We kicked off our fifth year of participating in Tradesformers with an official signing of three Pre-apprentices last night! Signing on with our Electric Department are Austin Ashley, rising senior at Farmville Central High School, and Bryce Henderson and Victor Teel, rising seniors at North Pitt High School. We are extremely thankful for community partnerships like this one with Tradesformers. These high school Pre-apprentices have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a trade of interest, getting a great head start into a possible career! Photo credit: PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS

We wrap up Infrastructure Week by spotlighting the unsung heroes of water and sewer distribution projects - our Construction Inspectors! We’ve been following Brandon, Robin, and Spencer these past two weeks as they inspect GUC infrastructure projects that involve outside contractors. Our Inspectors ensure that all extensions to GUC’s water and sewer systems are being constructed according to contract specifications and GUC standards. They visit job sites while the projects are in progress to coordinate connections to the existing GUC systems and to provide inspection during the installation of new facilities. Following installations, they monitor systems pressure testing. For water system extensions, they coordinate disinfection and bacteriological testing for water quality assurance. Join us in thanking them for all that they do behind the scenes!

Do you know any students looking for internships? We currently have several intern openings. GUC provides internships, work study, co-ops, and so much more for students in Eastern North Carolina. Our goal is to give students rewarding opportunities and experiences they can carry with them for their lifetime. In addition to working with East Carolina University and Pitt Community College students, we are also part of several collaborative student programs. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/eYVn7qvs

We celebrated Drinking Water Week today with an ice cream truck at our Water Treatment Plant! And what better way to follow water week than checking out how GUC treats your drinking water in our newly released Water Quality Report. You can check it out here https://lnkd.in/e8cE3MDs or request a printed copy by calling us at 252-752-7166. Bethel residents can find their report here tinyurl.com/52dck3pc  

Meet Chris Rouse, Gas Systems Crew Leader. We asked Chris what he loves most about his job at GUC. "My coworkers - they are like my second family. I also love tackling big projects, seeing them completed, and knowing that our customers depend on us and trust us to keep them safe, especially in times of emergencies. " #employeeappreciation

Today is National Lineworker Appreciation Day! Two days in April are dedicated to showing appreciation to our lineworkers. April 8th was NC Lineworker Appreciation Day, and April 18th is National Lineworker Appreciation Day. Not only do our linemen keep our power going 24/7, they enjoy helping our community in other ways as well. Just this week, for example, some of our line crews took time to share their career stories, equipment, and line gear with local Pitt County middle school students. Join us once again in sharing our appreciation for these crews who are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve in our community!