Water Operations/Maintenance Technician

Water Operations/Maintenance Technician - Water Plant

Department:

Water

Compensation:

$24.22 - $30.87 per hour

Hours:

Ability to work a weekly rotating swing shift; ability to work shift changes on short notice; and ability to work overtime.

Deadline:

Open until filled

Position Objectives:

Work involves responsibility for the operation, maintenance, monitoring, sampling and control of water treatment plant and associated equipment on an assigned shift. Work includes responsibility for the adjustment of treatment processes to insure conformance with applicable water quality standards, maintenance of equipment and facilities, and preparation of operating records and reports. Employees will be required to work any combination of straight and rotational shift work as assigned. Work is performed with limited independence under the general supervision of the Chief Operator or Water Plant Supervisor, who will review work through conferences and reports for results obtained.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors the operation of plant equipment; adjusts plant operation based on use demands and other conditions; maintains operating logs and records in accordance with prescribed reporting systems.
• Performs repairs and preventive maintenance on pumps, valves, feeders, motors and similar equipment, performs a variety of custodial and building maintenance work in the upkeep and care of plant facilities; maintains adjacent grounds including snow removal and mowing.
• Replaces defective fuses, wiring, starters, elements and oils; oils blowers and lubricates bearings; repacks valves and pumps; replaces defective valves, motors, pumps and controls.
• Pulls, cleans and repairs pumps; replaces shafts, bearings, seals and impellers; performs preventative maintenance on motors and other plant equipment.
• Installs and repairs plant instrumentation, makes repairs to plant buildings.
• Conducts regular inspections of plant equipment, inspects piping, valves, pumps, and motors for proper operation; maintains inspection records; repairs water treatment plant equipment as directed. He or she will perform related work as required in the safe and efficient operation of a water treatment plant.
• Perform water quality tests, including tests for alkalinity, chlorides, hardness, pH, and fluoride, and other associated tests.
• Determine when filters should be backwashed; operates filter controls in backwashing filters. 
• Receives training in laboratory methods, tests and calculations.
• Performs related work associated with the complete operation and maintenance of a municipal water facility and grounds.
• Duties may include work in other departments as requested by the Water Plant Supervisor.
• Performs any duties needed in the upkeep of the water plant and in maintaining the operations of the plant production.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High school diploma
Experience: Considerable experience in water treatment course work. Must have some experience in mechanical or electrical work affording familiarity with plant equipment and control systems.

A different combination of education and experience may be acceptable if deemed equivalent.

License or Certification Required: Candidates for appointment to this position must obtain and maintain a Class I Ohio Water Operator certificate within three (3) years of appointment to this position, as issued by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.

Must obtain and maintain an Ohio Environmental Protection Agency lab certification, as required, within three (3) months of appointment.

Valid Ohio Driver’s License; Valid Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement required within one year of appointment for employees assigned to non-rotating day shift.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift at least 50 pounds of weight and work in confined spaces.
 

Desirable Training and Experience:

Knowledge of:

• The principles, practices and methods related to the operation of a water treatment facility.

• The functions and servicing requirements of mechanical equipment and machinery common to water treatment plant operators.

• The operation and maintenance of pumps. 

• Occupational hazards and safety precautions in the workplace.

Skill and Ability to:

• Learn to read and interpret schematics and maintenance manuals.

• Learn skills for the use in equipment and tools of the water plant within a one-year period from date of starting this position.

• Operate a variety of plant pumping, treatment, and control equipment.

• Read meters and charts accurately and to maintain required records.

• Lift at least 50 pounds of weight and work in confined spaces.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing format.

Benefits:

The City of Painesville offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance (full-time employees only)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Direct Deposit Program
• Employee Assistance Program (full-time employees only)
• Worker's Compensation Insurance
• $25,000 Term Life Insurance (full-time employees only)
• Family Medical Leave, Bereavement/Funeral Leave, Jury Duty Compensation, Military Leave
• Holidays, Sick Time, Vacation Time
• Prior credit for service with State of Ohio Public Employers
• Section 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Plans
• Pension Plans
  • Ohio Public Employees Retirement (OPERS)
  • Ohio Police & Fire (OP&F)

More Information:

o   Attach your application and resume/cover letter (if applicable) and send via one of the following:

•   Email - employment@painesville.com with the job title as the Subject Line
•   Fax - 440-639-4831
•   Mail - City of Painesville, HR Department, P.O. Box 601, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio 44077
•   In Person - Drop off at City Hall Security Desk, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio (Open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)