Collections System Technician

City of Gig Harbor•Gig Harbor, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The wastewater collection system technician II is a highly skilled and technical position in the maintenance of the city-owned wastewater treatment plant and collection system.

Requirements

Any combination of education, training and experience that indicates the individual can successfully perform the job may be considered.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of work experience including industrial mechanics, small crane operation, backhoe/excavator operation, forklift operation, and/or pump repair.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
A valid Washington State driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire).
Commercial Class A Washington State Driver’s License (CDL) with a Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 12 months following the end of probation.
Confined space and entry certification or the ability to obtain one within six months of date of hire.
Valid flagger card, or the ability to obtain one within six months of date of hire.
First Aid/CPR card or the ability to obtain within six months of date of hire.
Forklift certification or the ability to obtain within six months of date of hire.
Washington State Boater Education Card or the ability to obtain within six months of date of hire.
ARC Flash training or the ability to obtain within six months of date of hire.
A history of and ability to maintain safe and responsible driving that meets the city’s motor vehicle record minimum driving requirements.
Ability to pass position relevant pre-employment screening.
Ability to pass pre-employment medical exam and maintain a level of physical fitness necessary to perform the essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with vactor truck operation preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs routine operation and maintenance inspections of the collection system such as, cleaning, lubrication, oil levels, belt checks, level control, high level warning devices, pump operation, telemetry systems, and other related equipment.
Monitors and ensures proper lift station operations; completes logs; charts and records equipment operating runtimes as well as maintenance performed.
Leads, trains, and assists assigned co-workers in the safe operation and maintenance of the wastewater collection system.
Operates and maintains sewer line video inspection equipment.
Utilizes asset management program on computer and tablet to perform routine maintenance tasks as well as create additional tasks within the program to include unforeseen repairs or maintenance.
Performs basic electrical troubleshooting on lift station/wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) equipment.
Troubleshoots and/or repairs or rebuilds equipment such as pumps, compressors, blowers, vacuums, engines, valves, piping, filter systems, level control systems, odor scrubbers, grinders, and other collection system related equipment.
Performs general maintenance, repair, and inspections and ensures proper operation of backup generators, transfer switches, and pumping systems.
Performs a variety of pipe & fitting repairs and installations.
Performs fabrication work with the use of welders, grinders, pipe threaders, and cutting tools.
Locates equipment vendor sources and orders replacement parts to make necessary repairs.
Operates a variety of hand and power tools such as winches, cut-off saw, bandsaw, skill saw, generators pumps, overhead, jack hammer, overhead cranes, and drills.
Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment such as, pick up, flatbed, dump truck, eductor truck, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, side mower, boom truck, and forklift.
Installs new equipment as defined by the department superintendent.
Monitors and schedules the removal of fats, oils, and grease build up at the city’s wastewater lift stations.
Maintains buildings, facilities, and grounds for structural functional use and neat appearance using basic janitorial, plumbing, and electrical skills.
Responds to public complaints concerning wastewater overflow and/or odor control issues or other related concerns.
May support in leading part-time, temporary or intern personnel within the division.
Attends job-related training.
Maintains punctual and reliable attendance.