Maintenance Technician - Wastewater
Maintenance Technician - Wastewater
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Job Description
Salary Range:
Maintenance Tech. : Hiring Range: $19.57 - $23.35Hourly
Water System Tech I: Hiring Range: $21.54 - $26.53 Hourly
Water Systems Tech II: Hiring Range: $23.70 - $28.70 Hourly
Water Systems Tech III: Hiring Range: $25.53 - $31.77 Hourly
Water Systems Tech IV: Hiring Range: $28.13 - $34.91 Hourly
Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.
Job Summary:
The City of Greeley is seeking a Maintenance Technician or Water Systems Technician l IV to join the Collections team in the Water and Sewer Department. The Technician will report to the Wastewater Collections Supervisor and will assist in the routine maintenance of sanitary sewer lines and other related equipment and facilities. The successful Technician will inspect and perform necessary repairs and preventive maintenance necessary for sanitary sewer lines. The position requires field work involving working in confined spaces excavation trenches and near the operation of heavy equipment. Specific tasks may involve operating various equipment keeping logs on corrections ordering and installing replacement parts etc. Stand-by duty for emergency call-in is rotated among division employees.
Experience Knowledge Skills:
Minimum Requirements
All Levels:
Must have a valid unrestricted drivers license and a good driving record.
High school diploma or equivalent in order to test for licensure.
Basic understanding and knowledge of working with the methods materials and equipment used in utility maintenance work (e.g. metal detectors measuring instruments pick shovels probe rods dump trucks and heavy equipment etc.).
Maintenance Technician:
Current Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire.
Water System Technician I:
One (1) month of related experience.
Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 1 Certified.
Water Systems Technician II:
Two (2) years of related experience.
Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 2 Certified.
Water Systems Technician III:
Three (3) years of related experience.
Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 3 Certified.
Water Systems Technician IV:
Four (4) years of related experience.
Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required.
Wastewater Collection System Operator 4 Certified.
Preferred
Prior water sewer or streets maintenance related experience preferred.
Prior mechanical experience is preferred.
Prior experience and comfortability working in a heavy traffic environment preferred.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to measure distance using a tape measure or calibrated instruments.
Ability to interpret maps electrical schematics and drawings.
Ability to learn job-related material through oral instructions and observation.
Ability to follow established safety practices and procedures.
Ability to commit to the on call schedule.
Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities.
Collaboration skills including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal.
Computer skills includingthe ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Microsoft Teams and Outlook etc.) CityWorks and the ability tolearn and experiment with new software and systems.
Interpersonal skills including the ability to facilitate interaction communication and teamwork between others.
Oral written and listening communication skills including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages information concepts and details accurately and clearly.
Organizational skills including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines manageappointments create schedules coordinate and facilitate meetings and make decisions.
Ability to work under pressure manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
Ability to prioritize work meet deadlines and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results.
Ability to maintain a strong work ethic positive problem-solving attitude and enthusiasm for the work performed.
Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects.
Ability to focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.
Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds cultures and ages
Ability to navigate a complex political environment.
Essential Functions:
Performs routine maintenance of sanitary sewer lines and on other related equipment and facilities.
Inspects and performs necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on sanitary sewer lines.
Works in confined spaces excavation trenches and near the operation of heavy equipment.
Operates various equipment.
Creates and maintains logs on maintenance corrections ordering of supplies and installation of replacement parts.
Participates in stand-by duty for emergency call-ins on a rotational basis.
Completes work orders daily within CityWorks.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Travel: This position is primarily spent in the field up to 85% of a daily schedule within City limits; may travel to worksites in the Northern Colorado area a few times per year or to attend training conferences.
Work Environment andPhysical Requirements:
Exposure to all weather conditions.
Exposure to various types of machinery noise some levels excessive.
Vision enough to perform functions such as identifying materials necessary to complete maintenance on equipment operate vehicles equipment and locate water and sewer lines.
Manual dexterity enough to operate tools vehicles and equipment.
Ability to make precise arm-hand position movements and maintain static hand position. (i.e. using a hammer saw screwdriver or similar tool.)
Ability to make repetitive arm-hand movements.
Ability to bend and stoop repeatedly or continually over time.
Ability to work in small cramped areas and to climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
Ability to operate machinery such as jackhammer tamper etc.
Ability to move debris dirt and other material from one place to another using a shovel rake or other tool.
Ability to remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.
Flexibility enough to bend twist and reach out to load and unload equipment supplies or tools.
Ability to move over rough uneven and rocky surfaces in the performance of maintenance duties.
Stamina and strength enough to move objects 20-50 pounds long distances.
EOE Statement:The City of Greeleyprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: .
Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test a background and national sex offender search a motor vehicle record search and for some positions a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process including but not limited to EOE Reasonable Accommodation and pre-employment screenings please visit our career pageHERE.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
