Plant Maintenance Technician (Wastewater Treatment)

City of Tyler; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Tyler is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to support treatment plant operations by performing manual labor and assisting with maintenance and repair of plant equipment.

You will help with cleaning, groundskeeping, and routine upkeep of pumps, motors, valves, and piping, while following safety guidelines and maintaining equipment records. The role reports to senior operators and requires the ability to lift heavy objects and work outdoors in various conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manual labor is preferred.
• Utilities experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks such as cleaning, groundskeeping, and material handling.
• Assist in routine maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, valves, piping, and other plant equipment.
• Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance projects.
• Operate basic hand and power tools; use a computer for basic functions.
• Support installation and calibration of equipment and instrumentation; document maintenance activities.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Read/speak English

Safety awareness

Independence

Communication skills

Lifting heavy objects

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Weed trimmers

Tractors

Cranes

Winches

Pumps

Welding machines

Job description

The Plant Maintenance Technician supports treatment plant operations by performing manual labor and assisting with the maintenance and repair of plant equipment. This role ensures the plant operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with regulatory standards. This position reports to the Lead Treatment Plant Operator and Chief Treatment Plant Operator.

1. Perform general labor tasks, including cleaning, groundskeeping, and material handling.
2. Assist in routine maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, valves, piping, and other plant equipment.

1. Assists with both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance projects.
2. Assists with the loading /unloading of materials, supplies, etc.
3. Sweeps, mops, and removes trash from offices, rooms, etc.
4. Performs Mowing, raking, and trimming brush using power tools.
5. Ability to use a computer for basic functions.
6. Operate basic hand tools and power tools.

1. Support installation and calibration of equipment and instrumentation.
2. Maintain the cleanliness and organization of plant facilities and work areas.
3. Report hazards, equipment malfunctions, or unsafe conditions promptly.
4. Assist in handling chemicals and materials according to safety guidelines.
5. Document maintenance activities and assist with inventory control.
6. Follow all safety procedures.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the removal of limbs, brush, and debris for disposal.

• Painting equipment and structures.
• Repairs various equipment, structures, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of power tools, mowers, weed trimmers, etc.
• Maintenance and safe use of all hand and power tools.

• Drive a truck to run errands.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools.
• Have working knowledge and previous use of hand tools, power tools, tractors, cranes, winches, pumps, mowers, weed trimmers, chainsaws, and welding machines.
• Commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Ability to work indoors /outdoors, in various temperature extremes.
• Must be able to work independently and effectively with other employees.
• Must have good vision, hearing, and communication skills.
• Must be able to read/ speak English; understand and carry out oral instructions.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to lift 80 lbs. occasionally, lift 50 lbs. frequently, lift 20 lbs. regularly, stand, walk, climb, bend, balance, stoop, crouch and crawl up to 8 hours daily

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED preferred. One (1) year of experience in manual labor is preferred. Utilities experience preferred. Must possess a valid Class C Texas Driver’s license with a clear driving record.

It is the policy of the City to recruit, employ and to provide compensation, promotion, and other conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, and other protected veteran, The City affirms that employment decisions shall be made only on the basis of a person's ability to perform the essential functions of the job. This position does require presence in the office to perform the essential functions of the job, The City shall continually review its employment practices and personnel procedures and take positive steps to assure that equality of employment opportunity in the City of Tyler. Texas is a fact as well as an ideal.

The City of Tyler will accept two years of relevant experience in glace or each year of college required in the job description. Four years of relevant experience will be considered in place of an Associate's Norge, and eight years of relevant experience will he considered in place of a Bachelor's Degree, any experience required in the Minimum qualifications is in addition to years of experience substituted for a degree.

The City of Tyler supports a policy of a drug and alcohol free workplace. All candidates are subject to pre-employment testing, which may include, but is not limited to. Drug and Alcohol Screenings. Work Fitness Evaluation. Criminal Background Check, and Consumer Report/Credit Check.

The City of Tyler Policy States Persons under eighteen (18) years of age may be employed in temporary or regular part-time positions, if they furnish the City with a minor’s release (Form 2-2) and are approved by the City Manager. No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any position requiring the operation of a City motorized vehicle.