Wastewater Technician

CITY OF ALABASTER 
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE

Wastewater Technician & Mechanic 

$21.23 - $29.39 per hour 

The purpose of this position is to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on Wastewater Treatment machinery, pumps, electrical apparatus, etc. and to operate heavy equipment and machinery to ensure proper operations.  

WHY JOIN OUR ELITE TEAM?

* Consistent merit step increases and COLA adjustments 

• BCBS insurance - City paid portion 90% of medical cost

• Tier 1 benefits to Tier 2 employees

• Out of Zone waiver for Alabaster City Schools for dependents

• Life, AD&D at no cost to employee & voluntary benefits

• 13 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time

• Supportive leadership, team environment and advancement opportunities

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance/repairs on a variety of equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose, maintain, and perform mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance on equipment, pumps, engines, motor, generators, valves, water tanks, chlorinators, controls, or other components; troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems; dismantle, repair, and reassemble electric motors; re-wire electrical panels; replace parts; repacks pumps; performs welding/fabrication tasks associated with equipment repairs; performs preventive maintenance tasks.
• Install/upgrade mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and/or program PLCs, flow meters, pressure devices, and collectors  
• Test machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; reports problem situations or refers problems to appropriate personnel; sends malfunctioning machinery to appropriate repair shops.
• Perform welding/fabrication tasks as needed; cut metals using plasma cutters, torches, chop saw, and/or grinder.
• Operate various heavy machinery, equipment, and tools associated with work activities, which may include a mobile crane, forklift, generator, air compressor, motors, pumps, blowers, valves, drill press, grinder, welder, torch, pipe saw, band saw, mechanic tools, electrician tools, plumbing tools, carpentry tools, diagnostic instruments, two-way radio, or general office equipment.
• Inspect vehicles, equipment, and tools; perform general/preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep such items operable condition.
• Fuel vehicles and equipment.
• Attend and participate in safety meetings; abide by safety protocols and help maintain a safe working environment for self and others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma/GED required; one year of experience in wastewater plant operations or waste management. Must possess and maintain a valid Alabama Commercial Driver’s License, Class B or above.  Must possess and maintain a valid Alabama Wastewater Operator II certification.

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