Maintenance Worker - Division of Water / Wastewater - 2nd Shift

City of Chardon; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chardon’s Division of Water and Wastewater seeks a Maintenance Worker for 2nd shift to operate and maintain facilities, read meters, and assist in repairs. This role involves field duties, meter work, and responding to emergencies.

Work hours are 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with benefits and OPERS retirement. Minimum one year in public works or public service is required along with a valid Ohio CDL or ability to obtain one on hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with at least 1 year in public works or public service.
• Valid Ohio Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and respond to emergencies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and operation of water and wastewater facilities.
• Checks meters, reads and repairs water meters and service lines.
• Assists with repairing hydrants, mains, and related appurtenances.
• Maintains grounds and facilities, responds to emergencies.
• Works with other divisions as directed.

Skills

Public works experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Maintenance Worker - Division of Water / Wastewater - 2nd Shift

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This is manual work involving the maintenance and operation of the City's water and wastewater facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Checks well fields and water towers for proper operation including checking for leaks, water level, pressure, chlorine, fluoride, phosphate and other dosages as needed.


• Observes operation of mechanical equipment for proper working conditions and notifies superiors of operation irregularities.


• Obtains water and wastewater samples for testing by City employees or contractors.


• Installs, reads and repairs water meters; performs check on water meters for accuracy; repairs, installs, replaces and services fire hydrants, water mains, service lines, sanitary sewer mains, laterals and appurtenances.


• Constructs meter pits; performs concrete and masonry work. Checks and maintains water and wastewater pumping stations.


• Operates, maintains and repairs motor equipment and equipment at water and wastewater facilities.


• Performs maintenance on wells, pump stations, towers, wastewater plant; maintains grounds and buildings of the Division.


• Removes dry sludge; sandblasts and paints Division equipment, buildings, and signs.


• Responds to emergencies of other divisions and others as may be required.


• Assists other divisions or departments as directed.


• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school (or GED) with a minimum of (1) year of experience in a public works or public service department or similar field is required. Possession of a valid Ohio Commercial Driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain upon hire.

Special Requirements

This is a 2nd shift position - work hours are generally 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The City of Chardon is an equal opportunity employer.

Category Full-Time Status Open Salary This is a full-time position with benefits and OPERS retirement with a hiring salary range of $24.50/hr. to $27.01/hr. depending on experience. The maximum range for the position after advancement is $31.27/hr. Posted August 26, 2026 5:00 PM Closing September 30, 2026 5:00 PM