On-Call Wastewater Pumping & Maintenance Technician

Portland Water District; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Water District seeks a skilled technician to operate and maintain its wastewater collection systems. Primary duties include mechanical and electrical maintenance of pumps, generators, and related equipment to ensure safe, compliant operation.

The role requires monitoring, troubleshooting, on-call response, and training new staff as needed. Candidate must meet education requirements and hold a valid Maine driver’s license; certification in collection systems or the ability to obtain

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Vocational training in electrical/mechanical maintenance plus two years of related experience, or equivalent experience/training.
• Valid Class C Driver's License with clean driving record.
• Grade II or higher Collection System Operator's Certification or ability to obtain within two years of hire date.
• Journeyman Maine Electrical License preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical/mechanical problems and take corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently with good problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Dig-Safe Regulations.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repair and overhaul pumps, generators, aerators, screens, boilers, chemical feed pumps, valves and similar equipment.
• Inspect pumping station equipment and structures daily or periodically.
• Operate valves, gates, pumps and monitor gauges, alarms and panels.
• Test equipment for malfunction and determine repairs.
• Locate and mark wastewater facilities as required.
• Install, test, modify and maintain equipment.
• Respond to troubleshooting calls for equipment and facilities.
• Direct personnel assigned to assist in their areas of responsibility.
• Assist Maintenance Foreperson with on-the-job training of new personnel.
• Perform standby duty and related mechanical/operational tasks as required.

Job description

Portland Water District seeks a skilled technician to operate and maintain its wastewater collection systems. Primary duties include mechanical and electrical maintenance of pumps, generators, and related equipment to ensure safe, compliant operation.

The role requires monitoring, troubleshooting, on-call response, and training new staff as needed. Candidate must meet education requirements and hold a valid Maine driver’s license; certification in collection systems or the ability to obtain