Maintenance Technician/Water Systems Tech I-IV - Wastewater Collections

City of Greeley•Greeley, CO

13d•$20 - $42

About The Position

The City of Greeley is seeking a Maintenance Technician or Water Systems Technician l – IV to join the Wastewater Collections team in the Water and Sewer Department. The Technician will report to the Crew Supervisor I - Wastewater Collections and will assist in the routine maintenance of sanitary sewer lines and other related equipment and facilities. The Maintenance Technician will inspect and perform necessary repairs and perform preventive maintenance necessary to maintain sanitary sewer lines. The position requires field work involving working in confined spaces, excavation trenches, and near the operation of heavy equipment. Specific tasks may involve operating various equipment, keeping logs on corrections, ordering, and installing replacement parts, etc. Stand-by duty for emergency call-in is rotated among division employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required for licensure in the State of Colorado)
Basic understanding and knowledge of working with methods, materials and equipment used in utility maintenance work (e.g., metal detectors, measuring instruments, pick, shovels, probe rods, dump trucks, and heavy equipment, etc.).
Must be available and able to commit to being on-call as part of a rotational schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be willing to respond to after-hour emergencies within 45 minutes, even if not on call.
Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire.
One (1) month of related experience.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 1 Certification.
Two (2) years of related experience.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 2 Certification.
Three (3) years of related experience.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 3 Certification.
Four (4) years of related experience.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 4 Certification.
OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job, AND Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Prior water, sewer, or streets maintenance related experience preferred.
Prior mechanical experience is preferred.
Prior experience and comfortability working in a heavy traffic environment preferred.
Flagger or Traffic Control certification.
Confined Space Entry training or certification.
Knowledge of confined space entry, traffic control, trench safety, and other utility safety procedures.
Knowledge of water system construction, repair, and preventive maintenance practices.
Ability to read and interpret maps, electrical schematics, and technical drawings.
Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
Ability to respond to water system emergencies and participate in on-call rotations
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond to emergencies.
Knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures.
Skill in operating maintenance tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Basic computer skills for work order systems, email, and documentation.
Recordkeeping and documentation skills, including use of utility work order systems.
Time management skills to complete multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude while working with staff and the public.
Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Microsoft Teams and Outlook, etc.), CityWorks or similar program, and the ability to learn and experiment with new software and systems.

Responsibilities

Performs routine maintenance of sanitary sewer lines, and on other related equipment and facilities.
Inspects and performs necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on sanitary sewer lines.
Works in confined spaces, excavation trenches, and near the operation of heavy equipment.
Operates various equipment.
Creates and maintains logs on maintenance, corrections, ordering of supplies, and installation of replacement parts.
Participates in stand-by duty for emergency call-ins on a rotational basis.
Completes work orders daily within CityWorks.
Performs other duties as assigned.