Maintenance Operator - Wastewater

Water Environment Federation; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Iowa City is seeking a Maintenance Operator – Wastewater for the Wastewater Division. This permanent full-time role inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment at treatment facilities, and performs specialized construction, modifications, and installation of equipment and structures.

Wage range listed is $59,155.20 to $75,691.20, starting wage contingent upon experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or two years related experience.
• Experience in wastewater treatment.
• Iowa DNR Grade I Wastewater Operator certificate; Grade II within 2 years.
• Forklift certification within two years.
• CDL Class A with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months.
• Pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be 18 years or older and pass background check.
• Must live within 25 miles of Iowa City within one year of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical equipment at wastewater treatment facilities.
• Performs specialized construction, modifications and installation of equipment and structures.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Forklift operation

Education

Associate’s degree or two years related experience

Iowa DNR Grade I Wastewater Operator certificate

Iowa DNR Grade II Wastewater Operator certificate within 2 years

Forklift certification

CDL Class A with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months

Pre-employment drug screen and background check

Job description

Accepting applications for:

Maintenance Operator – Wastewater

Wastewater Division / Public Works Department

Job posted until filled

Permanent full-time position available

Wage: $59,155.20 – $75,691.20 (starting wage contingent upon experience)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm, on call every 7 weeks

Job Summary:

Under general direction, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs all hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical equipment at wastewater treatment facilities. Performs specialized construction, modifications and installation of equipment and structures.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or two years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in wastewater treatment plant. State of Iowa DNR Grade I Wastewater Operator certificate. State of Iowa DNR Grade II Wastewater Operator certificate required within 2 years of appointment. Forklift certification required within two years of appointment. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver’s license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver’s license with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the position.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Backflow prevention certification. Confined space entry training.

More information:

Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available on the Iowa Department of Transportation website.

A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.

The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please visit the PSLF website for more information.

It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Disability-related accommodations can be requested at 319-356-5020 or [e-mail].