Wastewater Maintenance Technician Trainee

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington County Government is seeking a Wastewater Maintenance Technician Trainee for an apprenticeship program at the Wastewater Pollution Control Plant. This role offers structured training leading to full certification, with responsibilities including equipment maintenance and compliance monitoring.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Extensive County-paid Technical Courses

Qualifications

• Must possess a CDL B License or obtain within first year.
• One year of mechanical experience required.
• Completion of Apprentice Level 1 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Examining equipment for repair or replacement.
• Coordinating maintenance with contractors.
• Performing predictive and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical Experience

Troubleshooting

Rigging

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

CDL B License

Forklift Certification

Welding Certification

Job description

Wastewater Maintenance Technician Trainee

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Job Description

Job Description

Important Notice: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is hiring a Wastewater Maintenance Technician Trainee in the Wastewater Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), for an on-the-job training/work apprenticeship program, which offers a career path to the highest level of mechanic at WPCP.

The apprenticeship program is a structured four-year process of training, certifying, and compensating employees, as they move through four trainee levels to a full-performance Wastewater Maintenance Technician (WMT) position within four years of hire date. Permanent status is achieved only after completing all training and certification requirements for full-performance WMT.

The WPCP is a state-of-the-art, highly automated advanced wastewater treatment facility, capable of treating more than 40 million gallons per day of high-quality effluent through wastewater treatment systems and equipment, such as automated de-watering centrifuges and influent lift stations.

The Apprenticeship Program Includes

• Extensive County-paid technical courses and training using the TPC training system, such as wastewater systems overview, safety, CMMS, WEF pump computer, backflow preventer, crane truck/backhoe/skid loader/rigging/overhead crane operation, laser alignment, vibration analysis, root cause failure, oil analysis, and other required trainings;
• A structural and pipe welding certification and CDL License;
• Defined expectations of accomplishment at each level or subject to separation from training; and
• A compensation plan based upon the achievement of new skills through comprehensive testing, certification, and demonstrated application of skills.
  
  

Responsibilities

Specific duties include:

• Examining equipment to determine the viability of replacement or repair of parts or equipment;
• Coordinating maintenance or repair work with other agencies or contractors;
• Performing predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance using a variety of diagnostic tools, historical data, blueprints, factory specifications and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS);
• Analyzing system failure or condition to determine root cause or potential for breakdown;
• Evaluating problems or work assignments to determine scope of project, set priorities, estimate resource needs, and plan follow-up activities; and
• Training staff and monitoring work and systems to ensure compliance with government regulations, standards, and mandates.
  
  

The Full Performance Maintenance Technician is responsible for technical, skilled trades and project management work. This includes installing, maintaining, and renovating complex industrial systems and equipment in the WPCP, along with Water and Sewer Lift Stations maintained, and managed in DES.

Minimum

QUALIFICATIONS

WMT Trainee ($45,177.60 - $96,928.00)

Apprentice Level 1

• HS Diploma/GED;
• One (1) year of mechanical experience; and
• Must possess a CDL B License or obtain within first year of employment.
  
  

Apprentice Level 2

• Completion of Apprentice Level 1 requirements;
• One (1) year of experience in wastewater maintenance; and
• Must possess a CDL B License, forklift certification, first aid and CPR certification.
  
  

Apprentice Level 3

• Completion Apprentice Level 2 requirements;
• Two (2) years of experience in wastewater maintenance; and
• Must possess a backflow preventer license, and plate and pipe welding certification at time of hire.
  
  

Substitution: One year of directly related technical school training beyond the high school level or a college degree in Engineering or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience requirement.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with in one or more of the following:

• Experience working in an industrial environment;
• Wastewater maintenance mechanic experience;
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing pumps, blowers, mixers, conveyors, or gearboxes;
• Rigging and material handling experience; and
• Plate and pipe welding certification.
  
  

Special Requirements

Applicant must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or must obtain within one year of employment for level 1, and applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or provide a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record. Applicant must consent to Arlington County to obtain from previous employer's information required by DOT agency regulations concerning drug and alcohol testing information. Once hired, the employee will be subject to a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screening at such times during employment as required by federal, state, and local standards and regulations.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Work is performed in an industrial environment and involves exposure to hazardous chemicals, strong odors, drafts, noise, dust, grease, and dirt, including extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and crouching. Incumbent is also required to lift light to very heavy objects and equipment, exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and climb ladders and elevations of 100 feet. This position requires working outside for long periods of time with exposure to adverse weather conditions which includes rain, snow, wind, and temperature extremes.

Candidates selected for interview will be required to participate in a work simulation exercise. Candidates must also be able to pass a respirator fit test and work in confined spaces.

A pre-hire background check will be required and may include the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Additional Information

Work Hours: 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Must be available for holdover and/or call-back in emergency situations.

The Wastewater Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program is a pay pilot within the Arlington County Government. The salary listed at the top of the announcement is reflective of the entry at the trainee level to the top of the full performance level. Entry pay and pay progression is based on meeting training, certification, licensing, and experience requirements.

Permanent status with the County is not obtained until completion of training and certification requirements for the full-performance position. All employees in the program must complete all stated requirements within the specified time frames, or they will be subject to separation from County employment.

Arlington County offers a competitive salary and a great benefits package including a Defined Benefit (pension) plan. For more information on Arlington's family friendly benefits click here .

Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.

Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection process and are required for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

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• Employment type

  Full-time

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