FIELD TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST- WASTEWATER MAINTENANCE

Summary:The Municipal Services & Operations (MSO) Field Technician Specialist Wastewater Maintenance is responsible for maintaining process equipment at the City of Lawrences wastewater treatment plants ensuring the proper operation of these facilities. They assess equipment performance for asset management assist with projects and oversee contractors at treatment plants water towers and pump stations for the :This position is responsible for ensuring the process equipment continues to operate as intended. The MSO Field Technician Specialist performs preventive maintenance analyzes and troubleshoots equipment and recommends improvements and repairs for process and conveyance systems. They also act as a first responder for troubleshooting equipment and reviewing plans for new and upgraded systems. Other duties include troubleshooting electrical systems ranging from 110 to 480 volts and various direct current voltages repairing HVAC systems operating heavy equipment and vehicles and maintaining the building and grounds. This position requires availability for emergency after-hours :Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade supplemented with training in chemistry biology maintenance electrical mechanical process automation treatment operations engineering technology or related fields. At least two years of technical or scientific experience is preferred and/or a minimum of one year of experience directly related to the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plants. Must have a current ABC Class III Maintenance certification or the ability to obtain it within one year. Must possess a valid Kansas drivers license and a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL. The successful candidate must pass a background check post-offer City physical and drug : Please provide three (3) references with the Information:Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance: Various coverage levels available; FREE Well Care Clinic through LMH; other wellness benefits/perksCaregiver Leave 12 weeks paid leavePaid Time Off:12 Vacation days 12 Sick days accrued per year; 2 days Personal Leave 10 Paid HolidaysRetirement: Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)