Lift Station Mechanical Tech I​/II​/III

Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled mechanical, electrical, and preventative maintenance work associated with the operation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wastewater pumping stations and related equipment. Employees in this classification are responsible for maintaining reliable operation of wastewater pumping facilities, including pumps, motors, valves, piping, control panels, floats, instrumentation, SCADA equipment, generators, and associated mechanical and electrical systems.

The position performs routine and preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, equipment troubleshooting, pump removal and installation, station cleaning, inspections, and related maintenance activities. Employees are expected to identify potential equipment failures, diagnose problems, make necessary repairs, and document work performed in accordance with department procedures.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Performs scheduled and preventative maintenance, inspections, cleaning, troubleshooting, and repairs at wastewater pumping stations.
• Conducts routine pump station inspections to identify mechanical, electrical, structural, operational, or safety concerns. Performs station cleaning and housekeeping activities necessary to maintain safe and sanitary work areas.
• Performs major and minor overhauls, repairs, rebuilding, and replacement of wastewater pumping equipment and related components.
• Installs, removes, repairs, and replaces pumps, motors, valves, piping, fittings, check valves, discharge assemblies, floats, controls, and other related equipment.
• Repairs or replaces damaged or worn mechanical components to prevent additional equipment damage and maintain system reliability.
• Inspects wet wells, valve vaults, pump equipment, piping, electrical equipment, and other station components for abnormal conditions, deterioration, corrosion, or potential failures.

• Performs electrical maintenance and repairs on control panels, motor starters, overloads, disconnects, floats, level controls, relays, contractors, and related components.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses pump, motor, control, instrumentation, and electrical problems, including systems operating at voltages up to 480 volts.
• Uses electrical test equipment, including voltage meters, amp meters, megohm meters, and other diagnostic equipment, to test and evaluate electrical systems and equipment.
• Monitors and records electrical readings and equipment operating conditions to identify abnormal operation or developing failures.
• Assists with the installation, modification, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical and control system components.
• Reads and interprets electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, drawings, and manufacturer's instructions.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and complete records of inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, equipment readings, pump removals, equipment installations, and other work performed.
• Documents equipment deficiencies and recommends corrective action when necessary.
• Records electrical readings, operating conditions, equipment information, and other data necessary to support maintenance and asset management programs.
• Responds to emergency calls, alarms, pump failures, power outages, high-level conditions, and other wastewater system emergencies.
• Participates in the department's rotating after-hours emergency on-call schedule.
• Performs related duties as directed.

High School Diploma or GED required.

One (1) year of professional experience performing maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, or installation of pumps, motors, mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, or related industrial/commercial equipment.

Experience involving wastewater pumping stations, lift stations, water/wastewater facilities, or electrical controls is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant mechanical or electrical maintenance experience may be considered.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit must be obtained within one (1) year of employment.

FWPCOA Class "C" Wastewater Collection certification must…