Maintenance Technician I - Operations

City of Frisco•Frisco, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Utility Operations Supervisor in Public Works' Operations Division, the Maintenance Technician I performs maintenance, repairs and installations on all city owned and operated facilities and utilities. This position is responsible for investigating and reporting mechanical failures in pump stations, performing routine and preventative maintenance on pumps, and maintaining, installing, repairing, replacing, and connecting/disconnecting utility services, water meters, sewer and water lines. The role also involves monitoring equipment operators to prevent damage to other utility lines while digging, organizing tools and supplies, inspecting and maintaining equipment, performing routine inspections of assigned areas, cleaning work sites, assisting with concrete work, monitoring irrigation systems, and painting/repairing facilities. Additionally, the position provides backup assistance and on-call coverage to other City departments as assigned and travels to attend meetings and training.

Requirements

Ability to operate and maintain lift stations.
Ability to work in small and/or confined spaces.
Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Knowledge of general maintenance and repair techniques for water pump stations and reuse stations.
Knowledge of hydraulic principals, and basic electrical principals.
Knowledge of safe handling techniques of hazardous chemicals and materials.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned light equipment, power and hand tools.
Knowledge of water systems operating techniques and SCADA operations.
Skill in following oral and written communications.
Skill in operating assigned equipment and tools.
Skill in planning and organizing materials and supplies necessary to complete work orders or daily assignments.
Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns.
Must possess High school diploma or GED and one (1) year of progressively responsible maintenance experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess or can obtain at least a Class II Wastewater and Class C Water Distribution Certification.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test, criminal background check and MVR check.
Must possess a valid State of Texas Class Driver's License and must obtain a State of Texas Class A CDL within six (6) months of employment date.

Responsibilities

Investigates and reports mechanical failures in pump stations.
Performs routine and preventative maintenance on pumps.
Maintains, installs, repairs, replaces and connects/disconnects utility services, water meters, sewer and water lines to complete work orders and assignments.
Monitors equipment operator to prevent damage to other utility lines while digging.
Organizes tools, equipment and supplies necessary to complete assignments.
Inspects, cleans and maintains equipment and tools in safe operating order.
Performs routine inspections of assigned areas to detect any necessary repairs or hazardous conditions.
Cleans work sites and replaces landscaping.
Assists in setting up forms and pouring and finishing concrete.
Monitors irrigation systems and water lines for leaks, and repairs or replaces as needed.
Paints, repairs and maintains equipment, furniture and facilities.
Provides backup assistance, on-call coverage and support to other City departments as assigned.
Travels to attend meetings and training.
Performs other related duties as assigned.