Senior Wastewater Plant Maintenance Tech - Sign-On Bonus

Durham County Government; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government is seeking a skilled wastewater maintenance technician to service equipment at the Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant and related systems in Durham County. The role requires five years of municipal wastewater or industrial maintenance experience, a valid NC driver's license, and Grade II Certification; a $6,000 sign-on bonus is offered after probation.

This position involves preventive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, safety, and supporting operations at multiple

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Five (5) years of experience in municipal wastewater maintenance or industrial maintenance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid NC Driver’s license with an acceptable three-year driving history.
• Required Grade II Collection Certification issued by NC Water Pollution Control System Operator Certification Commission

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Assists the supervisor in maintaining the computerized maintenance system and in prioritizing and scheduling work.
• Maintains work orders, equipment logs and other documentation.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, maintains and/or calibrates mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, air compressors, sensors and telemetry equipment, ultraviolet light disinfection equipment, flow meters, and generators.
• Maintains a safe workplace.
• Assists in monitoring pump stations and inspecting sewer lines and manholes.
• Assists with cleanup and repair of sanitary sewer spills.
• Performs various electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and painting tasks as needed.
• Performs wastewater treatment operator duties when necessary.
• Backup Operator in Responsible Charge (BORC) of the collection system.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical/mechanical repair

Calibration

Safety compliance

Tools usage

Education

High School Graduation or GED

Tools

NC Driver’s license

Grade II Collection Certification

Job description

Durham County Government is seeking a skilled wastewater maintenance technician to service equipment at the Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant and related systems in Durham County. The role requires five years of municipal wastewater or industrial maintenance experience, a valid NC driver's license, and Grade II Certification; a $6,000 sign-on bonus is offered after probation.

This position involves preventive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, safety, and supporting operations at multiple