Wastewater Treatment Technician I — Third Shift

Jocogov; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Government's Wastewater division seeks a Wastewater Treatment Crew Member I to support operation and maintenance of a treatment facility and off-site pump stations. The role emphasizes teamwork and reliable response to alarms and daily tasks.

The position requires high school diploma, basic mechanical/maintenance experience, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work a third shift. Training and safety protocols are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of experience in a mechanical, maintenance, or vocational trade such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or a science field in biology, microbiology, or chemistry; a drivers license; and an acceptable driving record are required.
• Vo-Tech training or certification in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or other relevant field; Associates degree in Chemistry, Biology, Math, or other relevant field; and one year of experience in a mechanical, maintenance, or vocational trade in a water or wastewater field are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and documents plant and pump station processes to ensure proper operations and detect common equipment failures by reading and interpreting information provided by the SCADA system, visual observations of tanks and tests, and other instrumentation; monitors telemetry equipment to identify alarms during heavy rain events and emergency operations; carries on-call duty phone or pager to respond to alarms and other needs during off hours; works weekend shifts either independently for more routine operation functions or with other crew members when more advanced operations or maintenance functions are needed.
• Performs specific laboratory analysis for compliance by collecting samples and using standard methods and techniques; performs microscopic examination of samples for types and quantities of micro-organisms.
• Under direct supervision, assists in performing preventative and general maintenance on assigned equipment by adjusting and troubleshooting a variety of complex pumps, valves, motors and other equipment required to maintain appropriate operations; assists with the repair or replacement of a variety of piping and other infrastructure or equipment.
• Maintains and updates operational and maintenance records, logs and databases; performs and records routine mathematical calculations related to plant operational activities.
• Works with the public and other customers by assisting haulers/tankers, delivery drivers, and vendors/contractors; responds to routine questions and complaints from the general public and escalates more complex requests, questions, or concerns.

Skills

SCADA interpretation

Laboratory analysis

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA system

Testing instrumentation

Job description

Johnson County Government's Wastewater division seeks a Wastewater Treatment Crew Member I to support operation and maintenance of a treatment facility and off-site pump stations. The role emphasizes teamwork and reliable response to alarms and daily tasks.

The position requires high school diploma, basic mechanical/maintenance experience, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work a third shift. Training and safety protocols are provided.