Maintenance Technician

Central States Water Resources; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent utilities organization seeks a Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technician to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities. Responsibilities include routine inspections, compliance with regulations, and maintaining cleanliness and safety across the facility. This entry-level role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment and develop skills in utility management.

Qualifications

• Entry level position.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with large machinery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine scheduled maintenance at assigned facilities.
• Assess problems and diagnose equipment failures.
• Read customer water meters at assigned intervals.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

OSHA safety training

Tools

Large machinery (backhoes, trenchers)

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Major Job Duties

This key role supports the daily operations of their assigned water/wastewater treatment facility. Responsible for ensuring the safe operation of all crucial equipment through regular inspection and maintenance thereof. Assists in ensuring regulatory compliance to local, state, and federal standards.

Major Job Duties

This key role supports the daily operations of their assigned water/wastewater treatment facility. Responsible for ensuring the safe operation of all crucial equipment through regular inspection and maintenance thereof. Assists in ensuring regulatory compliance to local, state, and federal standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform routine scheduled maintenance at assigned facilities
• Assess problems and diagnose equipment failures
• Check the condition of lift stations as needed
• Pull motors and pumps for needed maintenance
• Flush fire hydrants and flush-outs for water quality control
• Inspect and operate gate valves
• Locate and mark distribution system facilities
• Install, relocate, and adjust meter boxes and valve cans
• Exterior maintenance of grounds and buildings including lawn and landscaping
• Assist with water and wastewater line repairs and other work as directed
• Always ensure the cleanliness and safety of the facility
• Submit orders necessary supplies
• Fulfill customer work orders as required
• Read customer water meters at assigned intervals in the assigned area of responsibility
• Maintain a daily maintenance log for regulatory requirements
• All other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem
• Attention to Detail - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task from the beginning to the end of the project/task
• Communication, Oral & Written- Ability to communicate effectively with others using both the spoken/written word
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards
• Judgment -Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work- related problems
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
• Teamwork- Ability to work as part of a team
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations
  
  
  

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• OSHA safety training is a plus
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience operating large machinery preferred (backhoes, trenchers, large lawn equipment)
  
  
  

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 75 pounds
• Exposure to potential hazards such as chemicals, fumes, and odors
• Will work in confined spaces
• Willingness to be on call in emergency situations

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Utilities

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