Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technician

City of Tuscaloosa•Tuscaloosa, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to perform technical and mechanical work associated with installation, repair, and maintenance at the water treatment plants, water resource recovery facility (WRRF), wastewater lift stations, lakes, water booster pump stations, water tanks, and related systems and equipment. Must obtain a valid Grade II Water Operator certification, a Grade II Wastewater Operator certification, or a Grade I (C) Public Wastewater Collection Systems Operator certification within twelve (12) months of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; preferably supplemented by vocational/technical training in electrical systems/wiring, plumbing, mechanics, and equipment maintenance; three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes electrical systems/wiring, plumbing, mechanics, equipment maintenance, and equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must obtain a valid Grade II Water Operator certification, a Grade II Wastewater Operator certification, or a Grade I (C) Public Wastewater Collection Systems Operator certification within twelve (12) months of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
This job classification is considered to be safety-sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug screens.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, tools, and equipment, such as a truck, forklift, generator, air compressor, motors, pumps, blowers, valves, drill press, grinder, welder, torch, pipe saw, band saw, mechanic tools, electrician tools, plumbing tools, carpentry tools, diagnostic instruments, two-way radio, or general office equipment.
Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things, which may include forms, reports, blueprints, schematics, reference materials, procedural manuals, and operational manuals.
Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange civil engineering, mechanical, electrical, personnel, and water utility-related information. Includes giving or receiving assignments and/or directions to/from co-workers, assistants, supervisors, or managers as well as communicating with the general public.
Requires the ability to read a variety of civil engineering, mechanical, electrical, personnel, and water utility-related documentation, directions, instructions, methods and procedures.
Requires the ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.
Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively complex mechanical, electrical, technical, and water utility-related principles and techniques, to understand departmental policies and procedures, to make independent judgments in absence of supervision, and to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures and policies, and to follow verbal and written instructions.
Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, multiply and divide, determine percentages, determine time and weight, interpret statistical data, and utilize geometric and algebraic formulas.
Requires the ability to inspect items visually for proper length, width, and shape using job-related equipment, which may include testing kits and standard measuring devices.
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using job-related equipment and operating motor vehicles.
Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under moderate stress when confronted with an emergency.
Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

Nice To Haves

vocational/technical training in electrical systems/wiring, plumbing, mechanics, and equipment maintenance

Responsibilities

Utilizes and maintains computerized maintenance management software program (Lucity); writes work orders for repairs and preventive maintenance tasks; monitors status of work orders; manages computerized parts inventories; tracks computer data pertaining to purchases, equipment histories, equipment costs, parts vendors, labor use, and other activities.
Performs maintenance and repair of plant facilities and process equipment; monitors and inspects equipment at remote plant facilities to evaluate operating conditions and ensure safety, maintenance, and proper process operations; diagnoses, maintains, and performs mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance on equipment, pumps, engines, motor, generators, and/or valves.
Troubleshoots mechanical and electrical problems; dismantles, repairs, and reassembles electric motors; re-wires electrical panels; replaces parts; repacks pumps; performs welding/fabrication tasks associated with equipment repairs; performs preventive maintenance tasks.
Installs/upgrades mechanical and electrical equipment; installs related controls, conduits, and plumbing lines.
Calibrates, troubleshoots, and/or programs PLCs, flow meters, pressure devices, and collectors.
Tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; reports problem situations or refers problems to appropriate personnel; sends malfunctioning machinery to appropriate repair shops.
Operates various machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a service truck, forklift, generator, air compressor, motors, pumps, blowers, valves, drill press, grinder, welder, torch, pipe saw, band saw, mechanic tools, electrician tools, plumbing tools, carpentry tools, and diagnostic instruments.
Performs general/preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Maintains inventory of replacement parts and supplies; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; initiates requests for new/replacement materials; picks up supplies from local vendors as needed.
Coordinates work activities with sales representatives and vendor repair service providers; solicits bids and submits purchase orders for machinery/equipment repairs.
Submits required reports/documentation to appropriate individuals or agencies.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, work orders, maintenance records, purchase requisitions, personnel forms/reports, charts, diagrams, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, equipment manuals, diagrams, schematics, maps, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Maintains logs, files, and records of departmental work activities and documentation.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, city officials, contractors, engineers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Must be available for call-out 24 hours a day.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Recommends policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of quality services by the Department.
Incorporates continuous quality improvement principles in day-to-day activities.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, and managers.
Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, entering data into computer, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, or filing documentation.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.