Wastewater Maintenance Technician – Plant & Pump Systems

City of Lansing; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday leave

Job summary

The City of Lansing is seeking full-time Wastewater Maintenance Workers for one of Michigan's largest wastewater facilities to maintain and operate plant equipment, pump stations, and grounds. The role includes CDL-B with Air Brake and N endorsements, or the ability to obtain within 90 days, plus potential emergency call-ins and shift work.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma/GED and have 4 years of wastewater pumping equipment or plant equipment experience, with at least 2 years in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required (college coursework in an industrial or mechanical field preferred)
• Four (4) years of experience in the operation and repair of wastewater pumping equipment or wastewater treatment plant equipment, with two (2) years in mechanical maintenance and repair
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Maintains a variety of process equipment used at the wastewater treatment plant.
• Enters manholes and other confined spaces as required in accordance with all applicable safety procedures
• Uses air quality monitoring equipment prior to and during confined space entries.
• Maintains written and electronic records of work performed and supplies used.
• May drive a pick-up truck and utility vehicles to and from work sites in the plant facility or pump stations.
• Drives and operates a pick-up truck for snow removal and towing generators to work sites. Operates a vehicle and trailer with a combined weight (GVW) of over 10,000 pounds.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lansing is seeking full-time Wastewater Maintenance Workers for one of Michigan's largest wastewater facilities to maintain and operate plant equipment, pump stations, and grounds. The role includes CDL-B with Air Brake and N endorsements, or the ability to obtain within 90 days, plus potential emergency call-ins and shift work.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma/GED and have 4 years of wastewater pumping equipment or plant equipment experience, with at least 2 years in