Wastewater Maintenance Worker 600

City of Lansing; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lansing is hiring full-time Wastewater Maintenance Workers to maintain and operate essential wastewater treatment facilities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, alongside possessing or obtaining a proper CDL license. The role offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday leave

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Michigan CDL, Group B with endorsements.
• 4 years experience in wastewater operation and repair necessary.
• Must complete MDOT Drug & Alcohol Training post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains process equipment at wastewater treatment plant.
• Operates trucks for snow removal and towing.
• Trains and directs new or temporary workers.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Safety procedures

Grounds keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lansing is seeking full-time Wastewater Maintenance Workers in one of the largest wastewater facilities in Michigan. 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 (electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment), 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 required (college level coursework in an industrial or mechanical field of study preferred); AND
• Four (4) years of experience in the operation and repair of wastewater pumping equipment or wastewater treatment plant equipment of which two (2) years must have been in a mechanical maintenance and repair capacity.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS INLCUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• 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.
• Maintains written and electronic records of work performed and supplies used.
• 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.
• Provides training and work direction to new or temporary assigned workers.
• May mow grass, trim trees and bushes along with other grounds keeping activities.
• May perform maintenance on Plant and Pump Station buildings.
• Fabricates parts and rebuilds equipment.

Post-Hire Requirements:

• 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.
• Selected candidate(s) will be offered as a condition of employment to participate in an employer paid Hepatitis B inoculation program.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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.
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HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Attach resume and cover letter, relevant verification of education (college courses/degree), and/or licenses with application.