Lift Station Technician: Mechanical & Field Specialist

City of Palm Coast; Palm Coast (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Palm Coast is seeking an entry-level Lift Station Mechanical Technician to maintain, inspect and repair wastewater pumping stations and plants under direct supervision. The role includes weekly pump station inspections, annual maintenance, cleaning, and collaboration with experienced staff for on-the-job training.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and a valid Florida Driver's License.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and valid Florida Driver's License required for all positions.
• FWPCOA Class C certification to be obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Class B CDL with Tanker and FWPCOA Class B/A certifications required for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and locates causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to access and replace defective parts.
• Inspects parts for dimensional changes and adjusts components as needed.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts and installs functional components.
• Lubricates, cleans, and tests devices and electrical panels.
• Uses electrical meters to monitor voltage and current readings.
• Performs confined space entries with crew for inspections and repairs.
• On-call rotation and emergency response as assigned.
• Reads safety rules and maintenance manuals; follows PPE requirements.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Florida Driver's License

Tools

FWPCOA Class C Certification

FWPCOA Class B Certification

FWPCOA Class A Certification

Valid Class B CDL with Tanker

Job description

City of Palm Coast is seeking an entry-level Lift Station Mechanical Technician to maintain, inspect and repair wastewater pumping stations and plants under direct supervision. The role includes weekly pump station inspections, annual maintenance, cleaning, and collaboration with experienced staff for on-the-job training.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and a valid Florida Driver's License.