Wastewater Maintenance Specialist

Johnson County Kansas•Overland Park, KS

1d•$28 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson County Wastewater (JCW) is responsible for the safe collection, transportation and treatment of wastewater generated by our community. Our work ensures that our lakes, rivers, and streams remain free from disease-causing pathogens and pollutants that are harmful to public health and the environment. Johnson County Wastewater is looking for qualified candidates to fill the position of Maintenance Specialist. This position works in a team environment to support the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility as well as the off-site pump stations. They will also support the electrical maintenance and install needs at other locations as needed. Uses specialized mechanical, maintenance, and repair skills to perform highly technical work in the repair and maintenance of specialized and complex industrial equipment used in the treatment of wastewater; performs a variety of maintenance or project related tasks; diagnoses and troubleshoots, designs, and proposes corrective measures to complex systems; tests, calibrates, repairs, replaces and constructs various industrial equipment, infrastructure, and systems; serves as subject matter expert in specialized skills and trade. Provides subject matter expertise working with department staff in the design/modification of new and existing systems; ensures test and repair telemetry equipment is reliable; and repairs and maintains complex specialized equipment such as dewatering equipment, cogens, and bar screens. Oversees repairs to equipment being supported or repaired by vendors or contractors; escorts vendors performing contracted services within secure areas; uses specialized skill set to inspect and assess the quality of work performed and provides feedback and guidance regarding quality expectations and deficiencies to ensure contractors accomplish defined bid specifications. Mains and updates operational and maintenance records, logs and databases; assists with routine and complex tasks related to plant operational activities; researches alternative processes, products, and equipment; may purchase supplies, equipment, parts, and other items needed in the operations and maintenance of the facilities. Performs various tasks requiring equipment, vehicle, and tool operation; uses a variety of small and large tools and operates a variety of light and medium duty equipment. Provides guidance and training to other staff on maintenance tasks; responds to emergency and rain/overflow events; serves as the lead on a variety of projects or complex tasks by directing and coordinating the work of other employees, contractors, and vendors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Four years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of complex and specialized industrial equipment
A driver’s license
An acceptable driving record
Reference/background screening

Nice To Haves

Vo-Tech training or certification in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or other relevant field
Two years of experience in wastewater or water system operation, maintenance, cleaning, inspection, or repair

Responsibilities

Perform highly technical work in the repair and maintenance of specialized and complex industrial equipment used in the treatment of wastewater.
Diagnose and troubleshoot, design, and propose corrective measures to complex systems.
Test, calibrate, repair, replace, and construct various industrial equipment, infrastructure, and systems.
Serve as subject matter expert in specialized skills and trade.
Provide subject matter expertise working with department staff in the design/modification of new and existing systems.
Ensure test and repair telemetry equipment is reliable.
Repair and maintain complex specialized equipment such as dewatering equipment, cogens, and bar screens.
Oversee repairs to equipment being supported or repaired by vendors or contractors.
Escort vendors performing contracted services within secure areas.
Inspect and assess the quality of work performed by contractors and provide feedback and guidance.
Maintain and update operational and maintenance records, logs, and databases.
Assist with routine and complex tasks related to plant operational activities.
Research alternative processes, products, and equipment.
Purchase supplies, equipment, parts, and other items needed in the operations and maintenance of the facilities.
Perform various tasks requiring equipment, vehicle, and tool operation.
Use a variety of small and large tools and operate a variety of light and medium duty equipment.
Provide guidance and training to other staff on maintenance tasks.
Respond to emergency and rain/overflow events.
Serve as the lead on a variety of projects or complex tasks by directing and coordinating the work of other employees, contractors, and vendors.