Maintenance & Operations Specialist - Lift Station Operator (Utilities)

Job Title

Operates and maintains lift stations, SCADA Systems and related equipment to help ensure the provision of sewer services.

Job Description

Performs daily inspections of lift stations, and monitors equipment to ensure proper operating status and safety; detects malfunctions and makes necessary electrical and mechanical repairs, adjustments and/or parts replacements to restore operations. Operates trucks, crane, torch, welder, meters, power and hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and other equipment as necessary to perform daily duties. Performs general maintenance duties, including but not limited to repairing fences, mowing lawns and trimming weeds, painting equipment, repairing/building structures, installing concrete, cleans, maintains, repairs and/or rebuilds plant equipment as necessary with minimal downtime, injectors, regulators, relief valves, pumps, blowers, etc. May repair and maintain utility lines. Collect and prepare wastewater sample for laboratory analysis. Develops, implements and oversees operation of pre-treatment program. Oversees sewer ordinances and monitors industrial users. Monitors inspections of grease traps for compliance. Develops and maintains a database and records relating to pre-treatment program including spreadsheets, files, and maps to record dates locations, test results, etc. Provides technical expertise and assistance to the management team to ensure the City is in compliance with federal, state, and local water quality and public health standards. Must be able to work the allocated hours of the position and be willing to report for duty on short notice at any hour of the day or night. Abides by all policies, procedures, and rules associated with the City's Safety Program. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or successful completion of the General Education Development (GED) Test. Three (3) years full time, paid experience in utility line maintenance, utility service, equipment operations, wastewater treatment and collections.

Licenses, Certificates, and Other Requirements

Valid Class C Texas Driver License. Reliable transportation and liability insurance. Class II Wastewater Collection License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) or the ability to obtain within two (2) years of employment. Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following pre-employment checks: Criminal background check. Controlled substance screening.