Lift Station Technician

Position: Lift station Technician

Reports To: Wastewater Manager

Wastewater Operator will be responsible for working in Savannah area and surrounding counties (work vehicle provided).

Come work for Water Utility Management! We are looking for a great candidate to perform daily operations to ensure wastewater is continually pumped from customers to the treatment plants.

Position Responsibilities:

• Inspects assigned lift stations and water pumping stations for proper operation and efficiency by conducting routine inspections and minor maintenance.
• Pulls pump inspection plates to confirm pumps are clean and free of debris. Pull manhole covers to make sure lift station wet wells have minimal build up.
• Responsible for the safety, organizations, and cleanliness of all lift stations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Materials, Equipment and Tools:

• Must be able to use all appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when performing tasks.

• Ability to use pump related equipment, electrical equipment, pneumatic equipment, chain saw, shovels, rakes, face shields, gloves and other equipment as needed.
• Familiar with diagnostic instruments and ability to test, calibrate and repair complex devices and equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Georgia Class III Wastewater Treatment Certification or higher preferred.
  WUM will help employees obtain certifications.
• A valid GA driver's license
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Technical school diploma in related field preferred.
• Experience working in lift station operations and maintenance preferred.
• Previous outdoor experience such as a construction worker, plumber, etc. would be helpful in this role
• Ability to perform duties in a responsible manner with minimal supervision

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable safety rules for equipment repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and various water and wastewater equipment components.
• Knowledge of maintenance techniques and practices.
• Basic mechanical skills in proper use of hand tools and other equipment to maintain and repair equipment.

Working Conditions

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light to medium physical effort in sedentary to medium level activity which may require some lifting, carrying, pushing, and /or pulling of objects and materials of medium weight to heavy weight. Duties require the ability to use a personal computer, operate a motor vehicle, and use various types of tools and equipment used in inspection and measurement of lift station equipment.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions are performed with frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions including weather, dust, debris, chemicals, and machinery involved in construction.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, excellent benefits, professional development, and an outstanding work environment based on our mission and values. We help our employees and their families with both routine and unexpected medical and personal needs. Our goal is to ensure that our employees are happy, healthy, and able to reach their full potential. For full-time employees, WUM is proud to offer health, dental, and vision benefits after 90 days of employment. We also offer 401-K with up to 3% matching, with the additional option of enrolling in a Flexible Spending Account.

Water Utility Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It’s our policy to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other opportunities based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status or disability, and in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws.