Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

H2O Innovation provides public works management services & operations assistance for water & wastewater treatment plants to municipalities, government organizations, and businesses across North America.

H2O Innovation is seeking for a new Maintenance Technician to join our team in Port Lavaca, TX. Our next colleague will hold a permanent & full-time position. You will be responsible to maintain & repair equipment at different water plants.

The Benefits

Overall remuneration including:

• Group Insurance plan including medical, dental, vision & telemedicine;
• 401K plan with employer’s contribution;
• Life Insurance;
• Health saving account;
• Paid vacation & sick days.

The Day-to-Day

• Continues developing the basic knowledge and skills for the essential operations of the water treatment plant and facilities, including both conventional and membrane treatment, in accordance with State and Federal regulations
• Operates and monitors treatment process using Supervisory Controller & Data Acquisition (SCADA); adjusts chemicals and treatment equipment in accordance with regulatory permits
• Performs laboratory duties, maintains instruments, monitors quality control, collects samples, conducts analyses, and prepares samples for transport
• Enters sample analysis into daily log and ensures accuracy of all records/reports on their shift
• Meets daily with supervisor and reports performance of the entire system
• Completes the required courses and on-the-job training needed for the ‘D’ Water License and ‘C’ Surface Water License
• Assists with TCEQ inspections, construction and maintenance projects
• Works in confined space and works around hazardous chemicals
• Operates heavy equipment for facility maintenance including lift and boom trucks
• Assists with sludge removal, transferring and disposal
• Performs preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and tanks; cleans and services all areas throughout the plant
• Calibrates and performs maintenance on mechanical, analytical, instrumentation and telemetry equipment
• Develops the knowledge and ability to solve problems under normal and stressful conditions.
• Attends TWUA monthly trainings
• Maintains certification and completes continuing educations training courses
• Follows the city policies, procedures and safety guidelines pertaining to the work area and equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

The Skills We Are Looking For

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Valid Class “D” Water Licensing from TCEQ
• Experience in a similar position is preferred;
• Strong planning and organizing skills;
• Physical strength for heavy manual labor in adverse weather;
• Effective communication skills;
• Ability to complete and submit written reports.