Water/Wastewater Electrical and Mechanical Technician

Summary

Responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance and repair of Wastewater Systems lift stations, Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant heavy industrial equipment, such as large pumps, valves, and compressors. Also responsible for programming and wiring of control panels, to include relays, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), capacitors, SCADA equipment, and other components of motors and electrical equipment used in lift stations and treatment plants.

Starting rate of pay is $24.55 per hour or higher depending on relevant candidate experience and/or currently hold the required Licenses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for all housekeeping and maintenance of all lift stations;
• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater treatment plants heavy equipment, lake pump station, and lift stations, including disassembling, cleaning, replacing, and assembling heavy industrial equipment such as large pumps, valves, motors, and compressors;
• Plans and coordinates maintenance and repair projects with the water and wastewater systems superintendent including electrical, plumbing, and equipment specifications;
• Assist in the preventive maintenance checks on water and wastewater plant mechanical equipment and machinery, including tune-ups, and battery checks, as needed;
• Maintains equipment controlled by SCADA computer system;
• Responsible for the appropriate supply of materials and equipment, including preparing purchase requests;
• Fabricates parts for machinery and equipment according to proper safety guidelines;
• Completes work orders and related reports;
• Reads and interprets blueprints and written instructions;
• Performs basic carpentry functions;
• Uses welding and cutting torch to repair machinery and equipment and to fabricate parts;
• Troubleshoots electrical systems, monitor control systems, hydraulics, mechanical systems, bar screens, three phase motors and equipment, single phase motors and equipment, and other equipment used for wastewater lift stations, water and wastewater treatment;
• Maintains inventory of, parts, and supplies for control panels, breakers, wiring, machinery, and equipment;
• Operates various types of vehicles, including utilities crane truck and equipment;
• Responds to after-hour calls for machinery and equipment repair on lift stations and assist with Water/ Wastewater plant emergencies as needed;
• Orders and picks up parts and supplies as necessary, and assists with maintaining inventory and stock room;
• Reviews and determines electrical specifications needed in lift stations, water, and waste water treatment facilities;
• Records materials used and time spent on repairs;
• Prepares paperwork related to wastewater lift stations maintenance and repair work. Assist field crews as needed in emergency situations;
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This is a non-supervisory position.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school graduation or its equivalent plus more than five years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge Of

Methods, practices, and equipment used in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and engine repair work; safe operation of plumbing, electrical, mechanical and engine repair equipment.

Skill/Ability To

Establish and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively; operate trade specific equipment and assist others in properly operating equipment; apply safety standards to prevent hazards; estimate materials and labor costs for projects; read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and written instructions; and tolerate occasional adverse working conditions; operate computers

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Requires a Journeyman Electrician License and able to acquire a Class C Distribution and Collection II certification within 3 years of full time employment. Valid Class B Texas commercial driver's license (CDL). Employees who do not have a Class B CDL (Commercial) Texas driver's license must successfully obtain this license within 180 days of hire. The City of Brenham offers an in-house training program to obtain the CDL license.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands to operate office equipment, including telephone and computer keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is required to engage in moderate to strenuous physical activity, work with tools and equipment, drive vehicles or equipment, perform repetitive motions, perform work involving the entire body, stand, and walk and balance on all types of surfaces. The employee is required to bend from the waist, crouch or squat, kneel, sit, crawl, climb, twist, and reach with arms and hands. The employee is required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 100 pounds, such as materials and equipment, and must carry, push, and pull materials. The employee must be able to see clearly, with or without vision correction, in close situations, at a distance, and peripherally, and be able to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may occasionally face difficult and stressful situations. The employee has frequent contact with other employees both within and outside of the assigned department; interactions may involve sensitive or difficult issues that require persuasion and negotiation. The work environment requires that the employee exercise caution at all times and adhere to safety standards to avoid the risk of personal injury. The employee is exposed to outdoor elements, loud noises, vibrations, and respiratory hazards such as dust, gases, chemicals, and bacteria. The employee is required to perform tedious, exacting work. The work environment may be noisy and distracting.