Maintenance Operator I - Wastewater

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County is seeking a Maintenance Operator I to support wastewater treatment facilities and remote pumping stations. The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, problem-solving, and teamwork to keep operations safe and efficient.

Shift is full-time, Monday–Friday, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of maintenance experience, plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and six months of maintenance/repair experience.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of equipment.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and work with PPE.

Responsabilités

• Perform or assist with mechanical and physical maintenance across facilities and pumping stations.
• Install, repair, service, and troubleshoot equipment used in wastewater operations.
• Document labor, materials, and activities in the CMMS.
• Communicate equipment status and maintenance needs with staff.
• Respond to emergencies and non-scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Perform grounds and site maintenance including snow removal, mowing, and trimming.

Connaissances

Maintenance activities

Troubleshooting equipment

Safety procedures

Team communication

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Are you hands-on, mechanically inclined, and looking to grow your skills while supporting essential City services? Join our team as a Maintenance Operator I - Wastewater Theresa Street with Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) and play a key role in keeping our wastewater treatment facilities operating safely, efficiently, and reliably. As a Maintenance Operator I, you’ll support the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and remote pumping stations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with equipment, and contributing to a team-focused environment.

What You'll Do

• Perform or assist with mechanical and physical maintenance activities across facilities and pumping stations
• Install, repair, service, and troubleshoot a wide variety of conventional and specialized equipment
• Understand how equipment performance impacts treatment processes and operations
• Perform general building and facility maintenance such as painting, plumbing, and cleaning
• Properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment
• Adapt to new technologies and learn new systems and equipment
• Accurately document labor, materials, and work activities in the CMMS
• Communicate equipment status, downtime, and maintenance needs with facility staff
• Respond to emergency situations and non-scheduled maintenance needs
• Perform grounds and site maintenance, including snow removal, mowing, and trimming
• Assist with procuring equipment and supplies per established policies

Who We're Looking For

• Follows all City, Department, and Division rules and safety procedures
• Uses proper PPE and reports accidents or damaged equipment promptly
• Maintains consistent attendance and arrives ready to work

• Builds positive, professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the public

• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and ethical decision-making

• Completes required City and LTU training, certifications, and professional development

Hours: Full time; Monday - Friday; 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and six months of experience in a variety of maintenance, repair and construction activities and in facilities maintenance; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.

Necessary Special Requirement

Possession of a valid driver's license.