Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Assistant (Part Time)

City of Midlothian • City of Midlothian, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, assists with water plant maintenance and upkeep of water treatment plant buildings and grounds. This is a part-time opportunity averaging 20 hours per week. The starting hiring range is $16.83–$20.62 per hour.

Work is primarily performed outdoors, frequently in hot temperatures and occasionally during inclement weather, as well as inside water treatment plant facilities. The work environment may include exposure to chemicals and gases. Physical demands include sitting, standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and heavy manual labor involving lifting up to 100 pounds.

This position is classified as safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during employment. The employee must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record under the City of Midlothian driving standards.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as established by the City of Midlothian driving standards.
• Skill in utilizing valves and clari-vacs, lawn equipment, and fire hoses.
• Ability to perform equipment repairs and oil changes.
• Ability to prioritize work, multitask, and solve problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.
• Must comply with random drug and alcohol testing during employment as a safety-sensitive employee.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remove sludge using valves and clari-vacs.
• Process sludge with polymer to dewater and dry it in beds.
• Remove dried sludge from drying beds and stockpile it for removal from the plant.
• Pressure wash drying beds with fire hoses.
• Assist with water-related maintenance by repairing equipment.
• Maintain grounds and facilities by mowing, trimming, painting equipment, and sweeping and mopping floors.
• Perform oil changes on facility equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED