Maintenance Technician University Area Joint Authority Waste water Treatment Facility

Overall Objective of Job

To cost effectively maintain, in proper working condition, all equipment and facilities of the Waste Water Treatment Plant.

• Establish and maintain a routine for testing and examining mechanical and electrical equipment (including motor vehicles and controls), and make repairs as necessary;
• Perform daily maintenance checks and make repairs as necessary of the plant, main pump station and booster station;
• Assist plant operators to clean tanks, change chemical lines and to keep pumps and equipment in working condition;
• Run compost operators and dewatering operators as necessary;
• Maintain appearance of the Waste Water Treatment Plant, both interior and exterior, including snow removal;
• Operate heavy machinery, including but not limited to: loader, skidsteer, and street sweeper;
• Other duties as assigned.

Plant Superintendent, Assistant Plant Superintendent

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Primarily an outdoors environment with fluctuations between hot and cold, and exposure to the elements;
Occasionally an inside laboratory/factory environment with controlled temperature, and with occasional strong odors and exposure to chemicals;
Possible weekend work schedule.

Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time;
Stretching, bending or reaching required;
Lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds;
Frequent climbing of ladders may be required;
Occasional work in confined spaces.

• High school diploma or the equivalent required;
• Confined space training certification, air-pack training, and CPR/AED training;
• Radiation training preferred but not required;
• Obtain HVAC Certification within three (3) years or revert back to Assistant Utility position;
• Welding Certification; experience preferred;
• PLC Training;
• Electrical and PLC experience to understand ladder logic and wiring schematics to troubleshoot complex electrical systems;
• Attend trainings as required;
• Valid PA Class B vehicle operator’s license with air-brake and tanker endorsements.

• Previous experience with mechanical and electrical equipment and repairs preferred but not required;
• Must have worked as an Assistant Utility Person for one (1) year.

• Basic knowledge of arithmetic;
• Basic knowledge of computers;
• Good verbal and written skills;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to understand and follow instructions;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Self-motivated;
• Basic knowledge of electrical test equipment and electrical safety.