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Wastewater Plant Maintenance Technician, City of Columbia

Job Category
Utilities
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Job Duties

Inspects, maintains and repairs equipment and systems associated with the City’s wastewater treatment plant and lift stations. Performs preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic plant equipment as scheduled; maintains related records. Inspects, troubleshoots and repairs equipment.

Assists with construction and installation projects as assigned. Performs general building and grounds maintenance and repair work as required. Prepares and maintains accurate work records.

Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance from customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility. Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. One year of relevant prior experience. Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.

Must possess a South Carolina Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (with tanker endorsement), or be able to obtain within nine months from date of hire or promotion. Must possess a “D” Level Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification AND “D” Level Wastewater Collection System Operator certification, or be able to obtain required certifications within 36 months from date of hire, OR 18 months from date of promotion.

Will be required to complete the necessary requirements in the Plant Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program within 18 months from date of promotion.

Pay Info
$39,024 to $48, 780 / annually
How to Apply
Deadline
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender/sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veterans’ status, or genetic information. Individual applicants with special needs are requested to contact Human Resources so reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. A pre-employment, post offer physical, drug screen, and background check are required to all individuals who are recommended for employment. Failure to successfully complete or pass pre-employment conditions may result in the withdrawal of a job offer. The City of Columbia participates in E-Verify, in compliance with South Carolina law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.