Wastewater Biosolids & Lift Station Technician

City-of-Manhattan-Kansa; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement/Pension - KPERS

Health, vision, dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Education reimbursement & professional

On-site cell phone if applicable

Long-term disability & life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The City of Manhattan in Kansas is seeking a Biosolids Lift Station Technician to support safe, compliant operation of the City’s Wastewater Lift Stations and Biosolids Farm by performing preventative, diagnostic, and emergency asset maintenance. This role may assist with biosolids handling and land application as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining assets, monitoring SCADA, collecting weekly readings, reviewing manuals and drawings, and ensuring compliance with the Clean Water Act EPA

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Certification as Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator, Class I or above, or ability to obtain within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance activities at lift stations, grinder pumps, facilities, and Biosolids Farm under supervision.
• Maintain preventative maintenance, routine inspection, servicing, repair, or replacement of assets.
• Operate and troubleshoot SCADA assets and monitor compliance with EPA Biosolids 503.
• Read manuals/drawings, perform repairs, and record monitoring data.
• Assist with emergency maintenance and on-call troubleshooting after hours.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certification Class I or higher

Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certification Class II (preferred)

Biosolids Land Applier Certification Class I or higher

Job description

The City of Manhattan in Kansas is seeking a Biosolids Lift Station Technician to support safe, compliant operation of the City’s Wastewater Lift Stations and Biosolids Farm by performing preventative, diagnostic, and emergency asset maintenance. This role may assist with biosolids handling and land application as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining assets, monitoring SCADA, collecting weekly readings, reviewing manuals and drawings, and ensuring compliance with the Clean Water Act EPA