Plant Maintenance

SANITATION DISTRICT 1 OF NORTHERN KENTUCKY; Petersburg (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sanitation District No. 1 in Petersburg, KY is seeking a Full-Time Plant Maintenance Technician.

You will work independently to keep the DC Plant operating efficiently by maintaining equipment and processes, with overtime as needed to ensure continuous operation. Responsibilities include completing work orders, performing preventative maintenance on electrical and HVAC systems, and adhering to safety protocols, including confined spaces and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Candidates should be capable of working independently with mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with electrical and HVAC equipment is preferred.
• Ability to work in permit-required confined spaces.
• Must complete SD1 Lock Out/Tag Out protocols.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work orders and inspect completed jobs for quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment including Electrical and HVAC systems.
• Work in or around confined spaces and near energized components.
• Apply basic welding and fabrication as needed.
• Ensure equipment and tools are used safely per SD1 procedures.
• Participate in safety classes and promote accident-free environment.
• Analyze and resolve equipment issues promptly.
• Balance multiple workloads and multitask efficiently.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Welding ability

Confined space safety

Lock Out/Tag Out procedures

Basic electricity understanding

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Valid driver's license

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Petersburg, KY, US 2 Attachments

Salary Range: $24.00 To $32.00 Annually

Sanitation District No. 1

Department: 100, 800, 900

Reports To: Manit. Coordinator (100), Plant Manager (800 &900)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 18

Summary

The DC Plant Maintenance Technician should be capable of working independently and display sound level of experience, professionalism, and mechanical talent. Technicians must be able to assist in maintaining the operational efficiency and capacity of the Plant by ensuring that all equipment and processes work as designed. Technicians will also be expected to work overtime as needed to assure the Plant always operates properly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Complete assigned work orders and inspect completed jobs for neatness and quality. This will also involve troubleshooting equipment issues and providing resolution with minimum disruption to the treatment process.
• Complete preventative maintenance on all plant equipment to include Electrical and HVAC equipment.
• Work may be conducted in permit required confined spaces and areas with limited access and visibility.
• Work may be required with or around energized components. An understanding of basic electricity is expected.
• Inspect and repair or replace various electrical components and HVAC systems.
• Participatein safety classes as scheduled. Encourage and provide an accident-free work environment.
• Assure that all assigned SD1 equipment, tools and vehicles are used and operated in accordance with the SD1’s safety procedures and they are properly cared for and maintained.
• Analyzing and resolving equipment issues in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Be able to multi-task and balance various work loads occurring simultaneously.
• Workday involve fabrication for equipment or building and grounds.

Core Competencies (10)

• Accountability
• Job Knowledge and Performance
• Responsibility& Accountability

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Licensing

• High School Diploma
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A high degree of initiative and good interpersonal skills.
• A good knowledge of 3 phase electric and motor controls or the ability to learn.
• Ability to do general welding or the ability to learn.
• Must be confined space qualified.
• Must possess a firm understanding of SD1 Lock Out/Tag Out protocols

Technology Requirements

• Proficient with Windows based desktop computers
• Embraces mobile data collection and data analysis.
• Strong use of Microsoft Office products
• Strong use of Google Apps

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Items Used

Handheld tools (hammers, shovels, sledgehammer, etc.)

75%

25%

Heavy equipment (backhoes, skid steers, etc.)

15%

Machinery (pumps, motors, mounted saws, etc.)

20%

Computer or Laptop

15%

% of time used

Handheld tools (hammers, shovels, sledgehammer, etc.)

75%

25%

Heavy equipment (backhoes, skid steers, etc.)

15%

Machinery (pumps, motors, mounted saws, etc.)

20%

Computer or Laptop

15%

Positions

% of time in position

Up to how much weight

Standing

35%

Walking

40%

Lifting or moving

20%

50 lbs.

Climbing or balancing

35%

Pulling

15%

50 lbs.

Pushing

15%

50 lbs.

Cramped or confined spaces

25%

5%

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

40%

Work Environment and Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exposure to conditions

% of time exposed

Dirt/Mud

35%

Significant heat

10%

Smoke or fumes

10%

Water or wastewater

35%

Moderate or louder noise

10%

Vibration

2%

Grease or oil

40%

Electric shock risk

35%

Dust/Shavings

45%

5%

Please Note:Candidate must have the ability to wear required respiratory protection devices (self-contained breathing apparatus – S.C.B.A) in accordance with District policy, including not having facial hair that interferes with the face piece-to-face seal.

DISCLAIMER

The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.