Lift Station Technician

Wind River Environmental, LLC; Honesdale (Wayne County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wind River Environmental, LLC is seeking a field-based Lift Station Repair Technician to service and repair sewage pump stations, performing electrical and plumbing tasks and confined space entry. The role covers maintenance, troubleshooting, installation and repair of equipment in sewerage pump stations, with on-call rotations including nights, weekends, and holidays.

OSHA confined space guidelines apply. Candidates should be capable of handling up to 65 lbs, and possess a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate in confined spaces up to 40 feet below ground.
• Must be able to lift over 65 lbs regularly.
• Five or more years of lift station maintenance experience preferred.
• Driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, replacement, and repair of lift station equipment.
• Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performing repairs.
• Assist in installation, cleaning, maintenance, repair, and or rebuild of the mechanical equipment found in sewerage pump stations.
• Performs diagnostic test to determine operating efficiency of equipment, permit and other document readings, and prepares reports.
• Maintenance and repair of electrical control panels.
• Responds to trouble alarms during normal working hours and after hours.
• Work within confined spaces such as manholes, or wet wells.
• Working on a on call rotation schedule which may include (nights, weekends, holidays)

Skills

Confined spaces entry

Ladder climbing

Physical strength

Problem-solving

Customer communication

Independent work

Basic math

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Pumps and control panels

Job description

Position Summary:

In this field-based position, the Lift Station Repair Technician is responsible for performing service and repair to sewage pump stations. This position involves electrical and plumbing tasks as well as confined space entry.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs maintenance, replacement, and repair of lift station equipment
• Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performing repairs
• Assist in the installation, cleaning, maintenance, repair, and or rebuild of the mechanical equipment found in sewerage pump stations
• Performs diagnostic test to determine operating efficiency of equipment, permit and other document readings, and prepares reports
• Maintenance and repair of electrical control panels
• Responds to trouble alarms during normal working hours and after hours
• Work within confined spaces such as manholes, or wet wells
• Work may be performed in Confined Spaces
• Working on a on call rotation schedule which may include (nights, weekends, holidays)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to enter and work in confined spaces as defined by OSHA regulations up to 40 feet below ground
• Climb ladders; work at heights up to 20'
• Lift and move up to 65 pounds.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to understand instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Demonstrated working knowledge and experience using tools and testing equipment applicable to pump station maintenance, including basic knowledge of electrical controls.
• Ability to read and interpret documents including Company policies and procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and road signs.
• Ability to speak, cooperate and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and management.
• Ability to work independently and manage pressure to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer literacy including email and internet skills.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Five or more years of experience performing lift station maintenance and repairs preferred.
• Driver's license required, in good standing
• Previous experience working with electrical components (pumps, alarms, control panels)

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $25.00 - $35.00 hourly at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Requirements

Minimum Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Driver's license required, in good standing
• Five or more years of experience performing lift station maintenance and repairs (preferred, but not required)
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to successfully pass DOT drug screen, medical certification, physical exam and road exams
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplaceMust be able to meet physical demands evaluation
• Must be able to lift over 65 lbs regularly

Wind River Environmental services and maintains a broad array of non-hazardous liquid waste systems, including grease traps, septic tanks and related waste systems. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA we offer a full suite of services to business, residential and municipal customers throughout the East Coast.

Wind River Environment LLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation , gender identity , age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Wind River Environmental participates in E-Verify. Additional information is available in English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF).