Water Maintenance Technician I / II
About The Position
The Water Maintenance Technician I / II performs skilled maintenance and repair of water production equipment, including pumps, motors, valves, electrical control panels, and chemical feed equipment. Working with team members, the technician installs and modifies equipment and facilities, performs preventive maintenance, and makes repairs. This is a safety-sensitive and/or DOT position requiring participation in the city’s random drug-testing program. Technician II performs the duties of Technician I and also assists in leading and training a three-person crew, performs advanced troubleshooting and repairs, handles assigned 24/7 on-call or standby duties, completes daily work orders, and coordinates task assignments with supervisors. Employees may also be required to perform related duties not specifically listed. During emergencies threatening the safety of League City’s citizens, employees must be able to provide services and work immediately before, during, or immediately after the emergency. The position has moderate physical demands, including exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Technician I: Class D Ground Water Operator license within 18 months of hire.
- Technician I: One year of experience in industrial or commercial mechanical and electrical maintenance.
- Technician II: Class C Ground Water Operator license.
- Technician II: Class D Wastewater Operator license.
- Technician II: Two years of experience in industrial or commercial mechanical and electrical maintenance.
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; mechanics, electronics, motors, generators, and pump operations; water facilities and preventive-maintenance standards; NFPA 70 electrical standards; meter testing and calibration; conduit bending; hand tools and electrical testing equipment; and basic plumbing and electrical techniques.
- Skill in developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships; performing varied duties and transitioning between tasks; and maintaining pumps, motors, electrical panels, generators, and automatic valves.
- Ability to meet work schedules and deadlines; understand and follow oral and written instructions; troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and plumbing problems; and maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Technician II: Ability to perform assigned on-call or standby duties 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
- Participation in the city’s random drug-testing program is mandatory.
Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical repairs on electrical equipment, pumps, motors, valves, and piping.
- Conduct preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, and electrical components.
- Perform plumbing tasks, including installing PVC service lines; inspecting and replacing motor lubrication lines; maintaining chlorine system lines; replacing brass fittings and joints; installing hose bibs; fabricating piping; and replacing valves.
- Troubleshoot, wire, and disconnect motors; replace fuses, switches, and receptacles; use electrical testing equipment; and install or replace conduit, wiring, and electrical components.
- Assist instrumentation and electrical technicians with installing, testing, and calibrating new or existing meters.
- Clean and maintain equipment and tools used for projects.
- For Technician II, assist in leading and training a crew of three employees in repairing and maintaining pumps, motors, and water operation equipment.
- For Technician II, troubleshoot and perform appropriate repairs on electrical, mechanical, chemical feed, and flow control systems associated with water production facilities.
- For Technician II, perform assigned on-call or standby duties 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
- For Technician II, complete and maintain daily work orders and communicate and coordinate task assignments with supervisors.
- Provide services during emergencies threatening the safety of League City’s citizens, including working immediately before, during, or immediately after an emergency.
- Perform other related tasks as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
