Wastewater Plant Maintenance Specialist

Careers In Government, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

The City of Tacoma Environment and Public Works Department seeks WWTP Maintenance Technicians to perform skilled maintenance at the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and surface water facilities. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and timely repairs to support city infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have experience with maintenance and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, strong record-keeping, and the ability to read blueprints and drawings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wastewater plant tools and equipment.
• Record-keeping techniques and documentation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
• Proven maintenance and repair background.
• Excellent attendance and teamwork.
• Experience with pumps, screens, piping and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate diverse equipment and use hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of plant equipment; inspect for proper operation.
• Maintain/repair pumps, screens, conveyors, blowers, piping and instruments.
• Check lift stations; service equipment at pump stations.
• Read O&M manuals, process and equipment plans.
• Coordinate multiple duties to meet deadlines.
• Move/install equipment using cranes and lifting devices.
• Perform basic electrical, mechanical, painting, carpentry and masonry work.

Skills

Tools & equipment knowledge

Record-keeping

Communication skills

Blueprints & drawings

Team teamwork

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma + maintenance training

Tools

Hand & power tools

Electrical/mechanical systems

Job description

The City of Tacoma Environment and Public Works Department seeks WWTP Maintenance Technicians to perform skilled maintenance at the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and surface water facilities. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and timely repairs to support city infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have experience with maintenance and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, strong record-keeping, and the ability to read blueprints and drawings.