Plant Maintenance Technician 2

Clean Water Services•97123, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Water Resource Recovery Operations and Services (WRRD) department is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician 2 for Pump Stations. This position performs skilled mechanical work in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of systems, equipment and fixtures in a wastewater treatment facility and/or remote pump stations. Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates.

Requirements

Advanced mechanical principles and practices for repair and troubleshooting of industrial equipment, parts and machinery
Hydraulic and pneumatic principles and practices
Parts, functions, and repair procedures for pumps, pipes, valves, motors, and related industrial mechanical equipment
Sealants and lubrications
Bearings and bearing surfaces
Pertinent safety procedures and practices.
Safe driving practices
Diagnosing and repairing mechanical problems
Maintaining accurate and complete maintenance records
Use of precision measuring devices
Advanced plumbing and pipefitting
Advanced welding and fabrication
Lifting, hoisting, and rigging
Use of hand and power tools
Use of computers and computer software for the following: scheduling, data management of the computer maintenance and management systems (CMMS), reports and office applications
Training, and evaluating the work of other maintenance personnel
Safe driving practices
Read and interpret plans, equipment specifications, operations and maintenance manuals, blueprints, sketches, industrial and shop drawings
Adheres to safety policies and procedures
Read and follow standard operating procedures (SOP)
Establish and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Operate effectively in a team environment
Carry out duties in a safe, professional and respectful manner
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Understand and follow complex written and oral instructions
Plan testing procedures
Determine the parts and equipment needed for system installation and repair
Troubleshoot a wide variety of malfunctions
Recognize and determine the best method for correcting a wide variety of malfunctions
5 years experience as a Millwright, or Plant Maintenance Technician (PMT) in a wastewater facility or related field
Valid State of Oregon driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Accredited certificate, degree, trade classes, Millwright or approved related training program

Responsibilities

Performs skilled technical work using hand and power tools in the maintenance, repair of equipment and machinery in wastewater treatment plants and pump stations which may require confined space entries; adheres to safety policies and procedures.
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance, calibrates and/or services equipment according to plans and specifications.
Maintains records of maintenance performed.
Monitors equipment and performs inspections; troubleshoots, diagnoses and addresses issues; schedules repairs; assists in general housekeeping tasks.
Installs, repairs, replaces, and modifies pumps, controllers, bearings, seals, hydraulic pipes, and timing devices.
Fully utilizes the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) in accordance with workflow processes.
Prepares and submits reports; reviews parts, materials and equipment requirements and initiates requests.
Reads meters, gauges, and instruments; reports and records any failures or operating difficulties.
Cleans, lubricates and paints equipment.
Evaluates equipment, tools, and parts and makes recommendations for equipment purchases, replacements, and repairs.
Assists with maintaining inventory and supply of replacement parts.
May be required to respond to emergency situations after normal working hours and be subject to serve on emergency stand-by alert and call out status on a rotational basis.
Performs corrective maintenance on failed equipment and systems.
Schedules work to be performed by the work team, review team members’ work, provide feedback to supervisor as necessary, handle after hour emergencies when required.
Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work related purposes.