Knowledge of treatment plant processes and procedures, city and department policies and procedures, work safety principles and practices, and data acquisition and records preparation principles.
Skills in operating and maintaining job-related tools and equipment, inspecting plant processes and recording related data, operating assigned vehicles, and communicating orally and in writing.
At least one to two years of experience in a related field.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Satisfactory completion of a background check, drug test, and pre-employment physical is required.
Responsibilities
Perform technical duties in the maintenance and repair of a water or wastewater treatment plant.
Assist with the maintenance and repair of plant equipment and perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
Assist with preparing and maintaining maintenance records.
Assist with modifying and installing equipment and parts.
Monitor plant observations and report malfunctioning equipment to a supervisor.
Operate a filter press.
Operate a front-end loader and other equipment as needed.
Cut grass and maintain plant grounds.
Assist in rebuilding system books.
Clean and maintain plant tanks.
Description
The City of Valdosta Utilities Department is accepting applications for the position of full time Utility Maintenance Technician. This position’s duties include:
performing technical duties in the maintenance and repair of a water or wastewater treatment plant.
Assisting in the maintenance and repair of plant equipment; performs preventative and corrective maintenance.
Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of maintenance records.
Assisting in the modification and installation of equipment and parts.
Monitoring plant observations and reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. Operates a filter press.
Operating a front-end loader and other equipment as needed. Cuts grass and maintains plant grounds. Assists in the rebuilding of system books. Cleans and maintains plant tanks.
Requirements
Knowledge of treatment plant processes and procedures, city and department policies and procedures, work safety principles and practices, data acquisition and records preparation principles
Skills in the operation and maintenance of job-related tools and equipment, inspection of plant processes and the recording of related data, operation of assigned vehicles, oral and written communication
At least one (1) to two (2) years’ experience in a related field
Possession of a valid driver’s license
High school diploma or GED
Must satisfactorily complete a background check, drug test and pre-employment physical