Wastewater & Sewer Maintenance Technician

City-of-Grand-Island,-Ne; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Grand Island, NE is seeking a Wastewater Maintenance Worker to perform a range of tasks in operating, constructing, maintaining and repairing the wastewater collection system and related facilities. You will assist in cleaning, repair, and locating sewer mains, and operate trucks and other equipment while following safety procedures.

The role requires lifting heavy weights, basic computer use, map interpretation, and the ability to work with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• No experience is required; industrial maintenance preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL within 3 months of hire.
• Completion of Sacramento Study Course – Operation & Maintenance of Wastewater Collection System, Volume 1 within twelve months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cleaning and repair of the wastewater collection system.
• Maintain inventory of tools and equipment necessary to perform maintenance and repair activities; request parts necessary to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain various records of maintenance and repair services.
• Remove snow and ice from City facilities when necessary.
• Investigate public complaints and determine source of problem.
• Locate sewer mains for the City and other outside utility companies.
• Operate construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, and loaders for a variety of construction and maintenance projects at the facility.
• Utilize a variety of hand and power tools; assist in routine maintenance of such equipment.
• Utilize proper safety precautions in all work performed.
• Assist in other sections of the department as necessary.
• Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Read maps

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Class A CDL within 3 months

Job description

City of Grand Island, NE is seeking a Wastewater Maintenance Worker to perform a range of tasks in operating, constructing, maintaining and repairing the wastewater collection system and related facilities. You will assist in cleaning, repair, and locating sewer mains, and operate trucks and other equipment while following safety procedures.

The role requires lifting heavy weights, basic computer use, map interpretation, and the ability to work with limited supervision.