Maintenance Worker-Utility Operations

Description

Under direct supervision, performs various wastewater treatment plant operation and maintenance tasks.

• Assists in the general maintenance and operation of wastewater treatment plant equipment including pumps, valves, electric motors, filters, electrical switch gear, and meters.
• Collects water and wastewater samples as directed.
• Loads and unloads supplies and chemicals from trucks, tankers, and other transport containers.
• Assists operators and mechanics in the cleaning and repair of tanks, basins, reservoirs, and associated equipment.
• Informs supervisor of all problems, deviations, hazards, unfamiliar situations, and all work activities.
• Operates various light to heavy construction equipment and tools not to include any that require a CDL.
• Performs general housekeeping of building interiors, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, hosing, vacuuming, emptying refuse containers, cleaning windows, cleaning countertops and other hard surfaces, and cleaning restrooms.
• Performs general housekeeping of building exteriors, tanks, and basins including brushing, hosing, and spraying surfaces to remove growth buildup of aquatic vegetation and insect nests.
• Performs lawn care functions to include mowing, weed trimming, lawn watering, distribution of light herbicides and pesticides, tree trimming, and trash collection at the treatment plant, lift stations, and water pumping stations.
• Assists with other special projects and tasks as directed.
• Adheres to personnel, safety, and department policies and procedures.
• Assists other coworkers as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Must have a valid state‑issued driver's license, and the driving record must comply with Town policy.