FIELD TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST= WASTEWATER MAINTENANCE

City of Lawrence • Lawrence, KS

23h

About The Position

The Municipal Services & Operations (MSO) Field Technician Specialist – Wastewater Maintenance is responsible for maintaining process equipment at the City of Lawrence's wastewater treatment plants, ensuring the proper operation of these facilities. They assess equipment performance for asset management, assist with projects, and oversee contractors at treatment plants, water towers, and pump stations for the city.

Requirements

• Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade, supplemented with training in chemistry, biology, maintenance, electrical, mechanical, process automation, treatment operations, engineering, technology, or related fields.
• At least two years of technical or scientific experience is preferred and/or a minimum of one year of experience directly related to the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plants.
• Must have a current ABC Class III Maintenance certification or the ability to obtain it within one year.
• Must possess a valid Kansas driver's license and a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL.
• The successful candidate must pass a background check, post-offer City physical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the process equipment continues to operate as intended.
• Performing preventive maintenance, analyzes and troubleshoots equipment, and recommends improvements and repairs for process and conveyance systems.
• Acting as a first responder for troubleshooting equipment and reviewing plans for new and upgraded systems.
• Troubleshooting electrical systems ranging from 110 to 480 volts and various direct current voltages
• Repairing HVAC systems
• Operating heavy equipment and vehicles
• Maintaining the building and grounds
• Availability for emergency, after-hours response.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance: Various coverage levels available; FREE Well Care Clinic through LMH; other wellness benefits/perks
• Caregiver Leave – 12 weeks paid leave
• Paid Time Off:12 Vacation days, 12 Sick days accrued per year; 2 days Personal Leave, 10 Paid Holidays
• Retirement: Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED