Utility Technician II - Maintenance

ZipRecruiter; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Utility Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining and repairing pump stations and other utility equipment. The ideal candidate will have a background in utility system maintenance, strong manual skills, and the ability to work under various conditions. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plans

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, repair or construction of utility systems required.
• Licensure in Water Treatment or Wastewater Collection is beneficial.
• Understanding of safety procedures in emergency situations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, operation, and repair of utility systems.
• Inspect wiring and mechanical systems.
• Maintain records of pump station checks and repairs.

Skills

Knowledge of maintenance procedures

Ability to perform manual labor

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Common hand and power tools

Job description

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Position Hours

8:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Thursday and 8:00 am to 12:00 pm on Friday

Minimum Job Duties

Perform semi-skilled and administrative work in the operation, maintenance and repair of water booster pump stations, water storage facilities, sewer lift stations, sewer-metering devices, chemical feed equipment, and sampling.

• Responsible for the routine maintenance, operation and repair of pump stations, sewer collection systems, water boosters, equipment, instruments, and control panels
• May act as a lead worker on a small crew of semi-skilled workers
• Assists contractors with cleaning and inspection of pump stations
• Assists specialty contractors with repairs that are outside of the Commissions abilities
• Responsible for sewer meter reading
• Performs routine manhole inspections
• Collets and assists with sampling as required by applicable permits
• Accurately records information and maintains status sheets, daily logs and preventive maintenance check sheets
• Changes and/or adds oil to all pumps, motors, and generators
• Greases motors and bearings on equipment per manufacturers recommendations
• Uses hand tools, keeps tools clean and stored in proper place
• Checks vibration on pumps and motors
• Basic understanding and use of volt, ohm, amp meters
• Inspects wiring for electrical devices, including switches, receptacles, panels, fuse boxes and controls
• Maintain written/electronic records of pump station checks, repairs, cleaning and maintenance
• Required to work overtime and/or be on-call
• Performs related tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Possession of an appropriate drivers license valid in the State of South Carolina
• Considerable experience as a worker in the maintenance, repair and/or construction of utility systems
• Must have knowledge and understanding of appropriate safety procedures and be able to respond in emergency situations
• Knowledge of the maintenance, repair and manual tasks of the area to which assigned
• Knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of the common hand and power tools required in the work
• Knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of the equipment to which assigned
• Skill in the use of the equipment to which assigned
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions
• Possess the fundamental skills of literacy; ability to understand, interpet, and create written information; to effectively communicate through reading, writing, speaking and listening

Beneficial Skills & Experience

• Any level of licensure in Water Treatment or Water Distribution as issued by the State of SC Environmental Certification Board.
• Any level of licensure in Wastewater Collection as issued by the Water Environment Association of South Carolina.

Compensation & Benefits Package

Salary Commensurate with Education & Experience

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Insurances

Health

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flex Spending Accounts

Retirement Plans

SC Retirement System (mandatory)

401(k) Plans (voluntary)

457(b) Plans (voluntary)

Other Insurances

Life

Other (accident, cancer, critical illness, etc.)