Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Technician

City of Victoria TX

Victoria (TX)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan (TMRS)

Job summary

City of Victoria TX is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Technician 2 to perform highly skilled maintenance and repair on wastewater equipment. The role includes leading a maintenance crew in the supervisor's absence and conducting regular inspections of pumps, motors, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities also cover ordering parts, training staff, and adhering to lockout/tagout and safety regulations while maintaining accurate records and reporting to management.

Qualifications

Must possess a Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement and a minimum of a Class D Wastewater license with ability to upgrade to Class C within one year.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations; lockout/tagout procedures; records maintenance; safety practices.
Experience with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

Lead maintenance crew in the absence of the supervisor.
Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on lift stations and related equipment.
Instruct workers and secure quotes for parts and supplies.
Inspect pumps, gear boxes, and motors; lubricate, adjust, and replace components as needed.
Ensure safe work practices and proper lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational

Problem solving

Training skills

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test meters

Industrial electrical tools

Pumps and motors

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Technician 2 performs highly skilled maintenance and repair work on wastewater treatment equipment.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Must be able to lead Maintenance Crew in absence of the Maintenance Supervisor.
Performs continual inspections of operational and personnel functions and activities to identify any inefficiencies and ineffectiveness and makes recommendations to management for corrective workable solutions.
Informs supervisor of potential hazards, problem areas, public inquiries and the status of other work activities.
Assists supervisor in determining purchasing needs for upcoming projects and secures price quotes for purchase of equipment, supplies, materials, etc.
Recommends items, supplies, tools, equipment, and other material needed for wastewater operations
Instructs workers in the proper and most expedient method to accomplish assignments
Performs preventative and routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspections at all lift stations and related structures, equipment, pumps, motors, hoists, wells, and electrical systems.
Inspects all de-watering, rag, drying beds, and grit containment units; cleans out internal grating and replaces liners as needed; hauls off debris from drying beds to the landfill.
Performs routine maintenance on bar screens, climber rakes, conveyors, grit classifiers, augers, and all related motors, pumps, and gear boxes; inspects for wear and tear and debris; makes adjustments, lubricates parts, and removes debris from all equipment, cleans and repairs equipment and utilizes lock out tag out procedures as appropriate.
Completes routine maintenance, inspections, and adjustments on all pumps, gear boxes, tanks, and motors related to the aeration and clarifying processes of the plants; checks all related equipment daily, including catwalks, railings, and safety equipment to ensure functionality; lubricates all pumps, gear boxes, and motors routinely, and changes out fluids; isolates, drains, and cleans tanks as required.
Operates the sludge press and hauls sludge loads to compost sight; exercises pumps, valves, and gates at lift stations and plants; changes chemicals, including polymer, bleach, CL2, SO2, and ammonia, containment units.
Loads and unloads deliveries of chemicals and prepare containment units for shipment; utilizes breathing equipment to change out SO2 and CL2 containers and reconnect to the systems.
Locates, orders, picks up, and purchases parts, equipment, and tools to perform tasks and duties; delivers and picks up all vehicles needing repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance at the Service Center; refuels all vehicles and motorized equipment as needed.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed throughout wastewater treatment facilities and requires exposure to potentially dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, hazardous chemicals, and infectious diseases. May be required to work in confined spaces, climb ladders and work at heights, and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a Class B Commercial driver’s license with Tanker Endorsement, with a minimum of a Class D Wastewater license with the ability to upgrade to a Class C Wastewater license within one (1) year of hire.

Knowledge Of

Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
Lock and tag out procedures.
Records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.
Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
Industrial electrical practices and control wiring.
Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair methods.
Methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical trades.

Skill In

Must have good leadership, organizational, supervisory, problem solving, and training skills.
Must be able to exercise good judgment; make competent decisions; handle multiple projects; prioritize and organize work assignments; meet deadlines; and work well under pressure and stress.
Must be competent in confined spaced entry
Reading and accurately interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics, engineering blueprints, and equipment service manuals.
Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues.
Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
Following safe work practices including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
Operating a variety of required tools, equipment, and machinery.
Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
Preparing clear and concise reports.

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

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