Wastewater Maintenance Technician — On-Call

Water Environment Federation; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Iowa City is seeking a Maintenance Operator – Wastewater for the Wastewater Division. This permanent full-time role inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment at treatment facilities, and performs specialized construction, modifications, and installation of equipment and structures.

Wage range listed is $59,155.20 to $75,691.20, starting wage contingent upon experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or two years related experience.
• Experience in wastewater treatment.
• Iowa DNR Grade I Wastewater Operator certificate; Grade II within 2 years.
• Forklift certification within two years.
• CDL Class A with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months.
• Pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be 18 years or older and pass background check.
• Must live within 25 miles of Iowa City within one year of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical equipment at wastewater treatment facilities.
• Performs specialized construction, modifications and installation of equipment and structures.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Forklift operation

Education

Associate’s degree or two years related experience

Iowa DNR Grade I Wastewater Operator certificate

Iowa DNR Grade II Wastewater Operator certificate within 2 years

Forklift certification

CDL Class A with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months

Pre-employment drug screen and background check

Job description

City of Iowa City is seeking a Maintenance Operator – Wastewater for the Wastewater Division. This permanent full-time role inspects, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment at treatment facilities, and performs specialized construction, modifications, and installation of equipment and structures.

Wage range listed is $59,155.20 to $75,691.20, starting wage contingent upon experience.