Utilities Maintenance Technician I/II/II

Yakima County•Yakima, WA

6d•$25 - $38

About The Position

The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs. Our Values: Integrity Common Sense Innovation Accountability Position Data: Utilities Maintenance Technician I-J23-U14-H Regular Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime) Overview: Job Description Summary There is one Utilities Maintenance Technician I/II/III opening with the Yakima County Utilities Division. This Position is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical activities related to Safe Drinking Water Act Program to provide safe and reliable water service to customers within each of our systems. Ensures Clean Water Act NPDES waste discharge permit compliance with County’s wastewater systems to protect the environment and the public. Utilities Maintenance Technician I is an Entry-Level position. Utilities Maintenance Tech II/III are Journey-Level positions. Note: This is an AFSCME 2264 Bargaining Position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections)

Requirements

Utilities Maintenance Technician I: Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Environmental Science, chemistry, biochemistry, or other related field AND Two (2) years of related experience in water and/or wastewater field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Utilities Maintenance Technician II: Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Engineering, Surveying or related field AND Three (3) years of related experience in water and/or wastewater field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Utilities Maintenance Technician III: Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Engineering, Surveying or related field AND Four (4) years of related experience in water and/or wastewater field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
(Note: Applicants with equivalent education and or experience must provide a detailed explanation.)
Utilities Maintenance Technician I/II 1) Either a Water Distribution Manager I or a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I certification within 12 months of employment. 2) Valid WA State Driver’s License and proof of insurance, if requested. 3) Current Driving Abstract upon offer of employment. 4) Successful completion of a criminal and general background information investigation and review of driving abstract. Successful completion of a criminal and general background information investigation and review of driving abstract.
Utilities Maintenance Technician III 1) Either a Water Distribution Manager II AND a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I certification or Water Distribution Manager I AND Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II), and certification as a Cross Connection Control Specialist. 2) Valid WA State Driver’s License and proof of insurance, if requested. 3) Current Driving Abstract upon offer of employment. 4) Successful completion of a criminal and general background information investigation and review of driving abstract.

Nice To Haves

Utilities Maintenance Technician II/III (1) Training as a Water Distribution Specialist and Wastewater Collection Specialist, and (2) Water Distribution Manager II Certification.

Responsibilities

Ensures compliance with federal, state and local requirements in providing reliable and safe drinking water to the public under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
Ensures compliance with federal, state and local requirements in wastewater treatment under the Clean Water Act.
Checks proper operations of multiple County-owned water and wastewater facilities by recording flow meter and amp meter readings, calculating chlorine input into the system to confirm the chlorination equipment is operating properly, adding chlorine to solution tanks as necessary, testing the water in the distribution system for proper chlorine level, and inspecting reservoirs for leakage, vandalism or any exterior irregularities.
Repairs, installs, and relocates waterlines, water services, fire hydrants and related appurtenances.
Troubleshoots and repairs automated metering infrastructure and injection pumps.
Inventories, purchases and maintains repair and maintenance parts inventory, supplies and materials.
Plans, organizes and coordinates scheduled and emergency repair crew activities, equipment and materials; instructs those involved in proper procedures.
Serves on standby duty as needed.
Acts as the County’s Utilities Division’s representative during construction of water and wastewater systems.
Inspects construction of water system improvements to ensure that construction is proceeding in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
Reads and interprets approved plans and specifications to ensure parts and materials meet State and County specifications.
Inspects premises for proper cross-connection protection.
Plans, schedules and performs periodic maintenance on wastewater systems including backwashing filters, jetting filter laterals, and cleaning ultra-violet (UV) lights.
Performs laboratory analysis for fecal coliform, dissolved oxygen, total suspended solids, pH and temperature.
Plans, schedules and performs planned and periodic maintenance on water systems including system flushing, checking isolation valves for proper operation, measuring and recording water levels in the wells, greasing bearings and cleaning ventilation system filters.
Responds to utility locate by locating and marking position of utilities.
Reads, repairs, replaces and installs water meters.
Responds to customer inquiries related to new services, billings, and service issues, and explains policies and ordinances relating to the water wastewater systems.
On call work required.
Collects water and wastewater samples for laboratory analysis.
Completes daily log of chlorine readings for state agency review.
Report of findings of concern to Manager and Supervisor.
Other duties as assigned such as lawn and building maintenance of well sites and pump houses.