Wastewater Maintenance Technician

Consolidated Utility District Of Rutherford County•Murfreesboro, TN

1h•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of the Wastewater Manager and Wastewater Foreman, perform routine tasks necessary to ensure proper operation and mechanical integrity of Recirculating Sand Filter wastewater treatment systems, septic tank effluent pump systems, and effluent disposal drip irrigation fields and complete necessary repairs. Comply with all policies outlined in employee handbook.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
State of TN Grade 1 Collection System Certification or the ability to obtain within eighteen months.
General knowledge of Rutherford County
Experience working with PVC pipe, pump systems and light electrical.
Competent Person Training Certification
Read and comprehend schematics and blueprints.
Basic tool, equipment, and vehicle maintenance
Heavy equipment operation
Basic Computer skills
Ability to work in potentially hazardous environments.
Respond to call-outs / emergencies on a 24 - hour basis
Aptitude to follow written and verbal instructions.
Effective, professional verbal and written communication skills
Must have initiative and be resourceful in problem solving.
Should be detailed oriented, able to focus on task-at-hand.
Must meet residential policy requirements a 45-minute response time to Consolidated Utility District’s main office and maintain that residency status as a condition of their employment.
Valid Tennessee Driver’s License and safe driving record.
Valid Class “A” CDL with air brakes and safe driving record or ability to obtain
Minimum two years underground utility experience with District

Responsibilities

Repair / replace defective pumps, float switches, hydro-tech valve disc, ultraviolet unit bulbs and ballast.
Repair wastewater force main leaks/breaks
Repair/complete upgrades to existing sand filters
Repair/replace drip field solenoid valves, ball valves, drip lines, valve boxes, hydro-tech valves.
Replace/repair existing wastewater service lines.
Repair/replace existing STEP tank risers and lids.
Repair/replace STEP tank pumps, floats, check valves and piping as necessary to maintain service to the customer.
Respond promptly to service calls and repair "STEP" system pump, floats, valves, piping, and controls as required.
Repair yards when applicable due to repairs
Temporarily Patch road or driveways due to repairs and communicate permanent repair needs to supervisor.
General maintenance on equipment, vehicles, and tools
Basic operation of heavy equipment
Emergency duty or on-call responsibility
Other duties as assigned.