Wastewater Maintenance Worker 400

City of Lansing; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lansing is hiring a Wastewater Maintenance Worker for its advanced treatment facility. This full-time position requires a CDL B and offers a chance to work with state-of-the-art technology, maintain plant operations, and engage in various maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates should possess mechanical skills and have relevant experience in wastewater or industrial equipment maintenance.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Paid vacation

Sick and holiday leave

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan CDL B with N endorsement required.
• Two years experience in wastewater plant equipment operation or maintenance.
• Ability for emergency call-ins and shift work.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, repairs, and services wastewater plant equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance as scheduled.
• Operates trucks for waste transport.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Plumbing skills

Operation of wastewater equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College level coursework in industrial maintenance

Job description

The City of Lansing is seeking to fill a full-time Wastewater Maintenance Worker 400 position in one of the largest wastewater facilities in Michigan that is run with state-of-the art technology. This is a great opportunity for individuals to apply their knowledge and skillset to the maintenance and operation of the wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, and lawn, grounds, and landscaping tasks. The City of Lansing offers a competitive wage and benefit package including paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS & TRAINING:

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver’s License, Group B with Air brake and N (tank) endorsement including the DOT mandated medical card, HIGHLY preferredOR must be able to obtain a CDL B with N (tank) endorsement AND DOT medical card within 90 days from date of hire, or will be terminated.
• May be subject to emergency call-in and shift work as required.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

• High School Diploma or GED (college level coursework in an industrial or mechanical field of study, preferred); AND
• Two (2) years of experience in the following:
  • The operation and repair of water or wastewater plant equipment OR
  • In industrial equipment maintenance OR
  • Other work that requires plumbing and mechanical maintenance ability.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS INLCUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Cleans, repairs, and services a variety of wastewater plant and field operation equipment including engines, motors, boilers, feed machines, compressors, filters and pumps. Fabricates parts and rebuilds equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Performs pipefitting tasks such as cutting and threading pipes, replacing pipe sections, fittings, valves, and wraps.
• Drives/operates several different styles and size trucks to position and transport grit, scum and sludge containers.
• Removes snow and ice from steps, sidewalks, landings and all plant areas. Also plows snow from Plant and Pump Station entrances, roads, and parking areas.
• Performs a wide range of building maintenance duties such as replacing windows, installing doors, repairing door closures, and may make minor concrete repairs to sidewalks and steps.

Post-Hire Requirements:

• Selected candidate(s) will be offered as a condition of employment to participate in an employer paid Hepatitis B inoculation program.
• Must complete and pass MDOT Drug & Alcohol Training.
• Must pass and maintain Confined Space Training and Certification.
• Must pass and maintain Powered Industrial Truck and Aerial Work Platform Training and Certifications.
  

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Wastewater Trainee Program (For internal applicants ONLY):Per Appendix I, Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Union establishing the Wastewater Trainee Program, it states: should no qualified UAW applicants accept the position, the position classification will revert to Wastewater Trainee 300 (Salary Range: $39,333.09-$48,687.39). Selection will be based on the most senior qualified UAW employee who meets the minimum requirements and passes the required testing for this program which are as follows:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Possess a satisfactory work performance record and attendance record. An applicant may not have been issued any disciplinary actions for the two year period prior to the date of the selection for placement and may not have any unsatisfactory ratings on the last performance evaluation.
• Must possess the physical capabilities to perform the essential duties of the trainee position with or without reasonable accommodation. The City shall make this determination.
• Applicants meeting the above criteria must also take and satisfactorily complete a mechanical aptitudeassessment inventory, which shall be administered by the Department of Human Resources.

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at [phone]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
See links below for our Anti-Retaliation and Anti-Religious Discrimination and Religious Accommodation Policies:
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HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS AND DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Attach resume and cover letter, relevant verification of education and/or licenses with application.