Maintenance Specialist I

City of Shreveport; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Health, dental and vision insurance

10 paid holidays per calendar year

Long term disability

Job summary

The City of Shreveport is seeking a Maintenance Specialist who will perform water treatment and distribution duties as well as wastewater system maintenance and construction. You may operate tools and vehicles, handle materials, and secure work areas with safety measures, while adhering to all safety rules.

The role requires on-call availability 24/7 and involvement in safety and training sessions. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid state vehicle operator's

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid State Vehicle Operator's License with class applicable to the position.
• Within 3 years, obtain Class 1 Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Certificates.

Responsibilities

• Perform water treatment/distribution and wastewater system maintenance, repairs, and construction.
• Operate hand/power tools, vehicles, and related equipment; ensure safety rules are followed.
• Assist with sampling, meter maintenance, and site restoration; on-call 24/7 as needed.
• Adhere to safety standards, train others on safe work practices, and participate in required trainings.

Skills

Physical stamina

On-call availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State License: Driver's License

Class 1 Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Certificates

Job description

Duties

Employee will perform water treatment/distribution and wastewater treatment/collection system maintenance, repairs, and construction as required. Work may include hand and power tool operation; vehicle operation; material handling; operation of radio, mobile phone and other means of communication; general housekeeping of buildings and work areas; flushing of fire hydrants and sample stations; collection of source water and potable water samples; minor vehicle maintenance; preventive maintenance on light equipment; securing of work area with safety cones, barricades, etc.; compliance with all applicable safety rules and policies; use of proper hand signals; performance of landscaping and site restoration; performance of preventive and corrective maintenance on water meters and meter boxes, and sampling stations. Subject to be on call 24/7. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Maintains job safety standards (personal protection equipment, etc.); complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules; trains new team members on safe work practices. Regularly attends required safety, job related, and certification training classes as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.


• Valid State Vehicle Operator's License with class applicable to assigned position.


• Field Operations assignment - Hold or be able to obtain Class 1 Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Certificates issued by the State of Louisiana, Dept. of Health and Hospitals within 3 years.

Normal Promotion Path From This Class

Maintenance Specialist II or any higher class for which eligible and qualified

Physical Requirements

Position requires moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions, along with some combination of climbing and balancing. Position requires abilities to consistently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 50 pounds frequently, and 100 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors with exposure to noise, dirt, grease, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, fumes, animals, insects, chemicals, treated/untreated sewer, treated/untreated water, inclement weather, and machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices.

Benefits

The City of Shreveport offers many benefits including vacation and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays per calendar year and long term disability.