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Town of Gilbert Wastewater Lift Station Technician in Gilbert, Arizona
Wastewater Lift Station Technician
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Wastewater Lift Station Technician
Salary
$26.23 - $38.03 Hourly
Location
Gilbert AZ 85234, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
25-0068
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
09/12/2024
Closing Date
9/24/2024 11:59 PM Arizona
Description
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We Are Seeking
An ideal candidate would possess a strong mechanical background and logical reasoning. Some electrical controls experience is highly desirable.
The position requires a high school diploma or GED, supplemented by vocational/technical training in electrical technology or a related field, and one year of experience that includes mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance, wastewater collection system maintenance and repair, lift station maintenance and use of a PC and mobile devices. Industries with transferable skills include mining, agriculture, automotive repair and underground construction.
Wastewater lift stations operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to convey wastewater to the treatment facilities. The stations are highly automated but do require daily observation and inspection.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Solid mechanical maintenance
Intermediate electrical maintenance.
Basic electrical pump operations.
Intermediate plumbing.
Intermediate safety concepts.
Basic crane operations & hand signals.
SKILL IN:
Written and verbal communication.
Basic computer operations.
Basic knowledge of SCADA operation
Must be able to work in extreme temperatures that are part of the Arizona climate.
Must be available to work a 4-10 schedule within our service hours: Monday - Thursday, 4:30 AM to 3:00 PM. On call, standby is required 1 week out of the month (subject to change). While on-call, work 4 hours overtime each Fri, Sat, & Sun. The work of a lift station technician requires working near wastewater.
About You
With every job we fill, our focus is on providing the best service to our citizens. The wastewater lift station technician reports directly to a field supervisor and the primary function of the Wastewater Lift Station Technician is to inspect, maintain and repair lift stations and related components to ensure proper operation.
At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! Here are some position requirements:
High School Diploma or GED.
2 years of specialized or technical training beyond high school in mechanical, plumbing/electrical and basic sewer operations.
2 years of on-the-job experience in the same.
On-Call Duty - Mandatory
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Must possess an ADEQ Grade 1 ADEQ Wastewater Collections System Operator certification at time of hire and obtain a Grade 2 ADEQ Wastewater Collections System Operator certification within 1 years of hire;
Must possess a class B CDL permit at time of hire and obtain a class B CDL license within 6 months of hire
Essential duties and responsibilities
Visit, observe, and maintain lift stations daily and equipment
Perform preventative maintenance monthly on lift station equipment
Generate Lucity work orders daily
Attend safety and professional development training when scheduled
Confined space entries
Exercise valves and ARV maintenance
Work with contractors, scheduling major repairs
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Other duties as assigned
This position is an At-Will position, FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.
This posting is set to run 2 weeks, if enough applications are received at the end of 2 weeks the posting will close at 11:59PM on Sept. 24 2024. If not, then the posting could be extended an additional two weeks.
Applications will be reviewed the week of Sept. 25, 2024, interviews are anticipated to be held the week of Oct. 1, 2024, with an estimated start date of Oct 14, 2024
We Are Team Gilbert
Gilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future. We choose to “Anticipate. Create. Help people.” With over 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Gilbert has been named among the top 100 Healthiest Employers, the Most Prosperous City in the Country, Best Place to Live, Work and Play, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies to Work For, and more. (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades)
We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today: https://youtu.be/ftB0lKDltvc
Up For the Challenge
In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more.
Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.
Let's get this adventure started!
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance.
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