Lift & Booster Station Technician (On-Call)

City of Bloomington, IN; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bloomington Utilities seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to keep its facilities running smoothly across treatment plants, storage tanks, lift stations and booster stations. You will perform routine and preventative maintenance, diagnose electrical/mechanical issues, and respond to emergencies in all weather conditions.

You will also inspect equipment, conduct tests, and perform light wiring tasks while adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or a combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of wastewater lift stations and water booster station systems preferred.
• Ability to perform emergency and routine inspections of equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• CDL with air brake endorsement or permit; if not held, must obtain within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and preventative maintenance to booster and lift stations to ensure proper functioning of systems and equipment.
• Performs all major and minor overhaul and repair of pumps, equipment and machinery, including diagnostic testing as needed.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery, including oil changes, greasing, Omni alarm system operations, chlorine tank changes, and valve/pump checks.
• Mows grass and weeds, removes trees and brush, and performs other grounds keeping duties of a seasonal nature, including snow and ice removal.
• Evaluates equipment electrical problems; performs light wiring repairs and replacements.
• Performs die and smoke testing to verify proper operation and identifies fault locations.
• Conducts inspections and responds to emergency service as needed.
• Performs general housekeeping/janitorial duties as needed.
• Incumbent spends ~70% of time on lift and booster station duties; inspects and maintains systems and addresses external inquiries about city infrastructure as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class B CDL with air brake endorsement

Job description

City of Bloomington Utilities seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to keep its facilities running smoothly across treatment plants, storage tanks, lift stations and booster stations. You will perform routine and preventative maintenance, diagnose electrical/mechanical issues, and respond to emergencies in all weather conditions.

You will also inspect equipment, conduct tests, and perform light wiring tasks while adhering to safety protocols.