Lift Station Technician

Description

Southern Home Services is a residential HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical company that acquires, owns, and operates businesses around the United States. We are seeking business leaders to join our growing team and become an integral part of our company's future. 

Are you ready to?be Part of Something BIGGER! 

David Gray, a Southern Home Services Company, is looking for a dynamic-Service Plumber to join a thriving business that believes in work life balance and cares about YOU! 

The Lift Station Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of lift station systems, which are used to pump wastewater or stormwater from low-lying areas to higher elevations for proper drainage or treatment. This role requires knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety standards. The technician will work in a variety of environments, including residential, commercial, and industrial locations.

Key Responsibilities:

 Installation:

• Install new lift stations, pumps, and associated equipment according to manufacturer specifications and local regulations.
• Set up control panels, electrical wiring, and pumps to ensure proper system functioning.

Maintenance:

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on lift station systems to ensure all components are operating efficiently and safely.
• Clean and lubricate mechanical parts, inspect electrical systems, and check for signs of wear or malfunction.
• Perform testing of pumps, electrical systems, alarms, and other equipment for performance.

Repairs:

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues within the lift station systems.
• Replace damaged or worn components such as pumps, valves, motors, and electrical parts.
• Ensure that all repairs are completed in compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Safety Compliance:

• Ensure all work performed meets the applicable safety regulations and local codes.
• Perform regular safety audits of lift station equipment and operations.
• Follow all protocols for confined space entry, electrical safety, and other necessary safety procedures during inspections and maintenance.

Customer Interaction:

• Work with clients to assess needs and provide solutions for lift station maintenance, repair, and installation.
• Communicate effectively to explain issues, solutions, and work timelines to clients.
• Respond promptly to emergency repair calls to ensure minimal downtime of lift stations.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance performed on lift stations.
• Prepare detailed reports for clients, including maintenance schedules, system status, and recommendations for improvement.
• Track and order necessary spare parts, keeping an updated inventory.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a lift station technician, wastewater technician, or in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, particularly as they relate to lift stations.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and regulations related to wastewater management and lift station operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients and colleagues.
• Physical ability to perform tasks, including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces or outdoor environments.
• 3 years Valid driver’s license (for travel to job sites).
• Certification in wastewater management or lift station operations (preferred but not required).

The physical requirements of this job include: 

• Lifting 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally 
• Climbing ladders, accessing attics, navigating tight spaces, driving, entering crawlspaces, pushing, carrying, pulling, using hand tools, and performing fine detail work. 
• Ability to drive. 
• Working in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, attics, crawlspaces. 
• Ability to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone. 
• Use hands to handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms.  
• Regularly stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch. 
• The work requires regular exposure to extreme temperatures both indoors and outdoors, such as heat or cold, and adverse weather conditions such as wind, rain, ice or snow. 
• Southern Home Services will make reasonable accommodations to allow an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Southern Home Services will make reasonable accommodations to allow an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Benefits: 

We offer a rewarding career path with great benefits, flexible schedules, professional and on-the-job training, and growth plans. Be a part of the team our customers call the finest in the industry. 

• Reliable, Year-Round Work 
• 4 Day Work Week Schedules available 
• Generous pay incentives for your quality work 
• Weekly Paychecks 
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays 
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits 
• Company Matched 401k 
• Company provided vehicle 
• Employee discounts 

Job Classification: Non-Exempt 

 Southern Home Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. The policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.