Wastewater Systems Field Technician

Accelera; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Smyrna, TN is seeking a Wastewater Systems Technician to help protect public health and the environment by maintaining critical water infrastructure. You’ll apply mechanical and electrical know‑how to keep pumps, valves, and treatment equipment running reliably for the community.

In this role you’ll perform proactive maintenance, respond to service calls, record repairs, and follow stringent safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude required.
• Ability to work outdoors in diverse weather and perform heavy lifting.
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose equipment issues independently.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive maintenance and emergency repairs on pumps, motors, and valves to ensure system uptime.
• Conduct tank inspections and monitor system gauges to optimize treatment performance.
• Execute precise line locates in compliance with state utility safety guidelines.
• Respond to service calls to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions in the field.
• Maintain detailed logs of all repairs and maintenance activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to improve the longevity and efficiency of collection system assets.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Outdoor work in varied weather

Heavy lifting

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Wastewater Systems Technician, you will play a vital role in protecting public health and the environment by ensuring the efficient operation of critical water infrastructure. You will utilize your mechanical and electrical expertise to maintain collection systems and treatment equipment, ensuring reliable service for the community.

About the Role

As a Wastewater Systems Technician, you will play a vital role in protecting public health and the environment by ensuring the efficient operation of critical water infrastructure. You will utilize your mechanical and electrical expertise to maintain collection systems and treatment equipment, ensuring reliable service for the community.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive maintenance and emergency repairs on pumps, motors, and valves to ensure system uptime.
• Conduct thorough tank inspections and monitor system gauges to optimize treatment performance.
• Execute precise line locates in compliance with state utility safety guidelines.
• Respond to service calls to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions in the field.
• Maintain detailed logs of all repairs and maintenance activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to improve the longevity and efficiency of collection system assets.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to work outdoors in diverse weather conditions and perform physical tasks including heavy lifting.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose equipment issues independently.
• Commitment to following rigorous safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience with decentralized wastewater collection or treatment systems.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Wastewater BNS/Collection systems license within one year.
• Strong customer service orientation when interacting with the public.