Liquid Environmental Solutions is urgently seeking a Wastewater Treatment Maintenance Technician to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in wastewater treatment and possess the skills necessary to respond to on-call emergencies, including weekends and holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond promptly to on-call emergencies, including weekends and holidays, to ensure uninterrupted wastewater treatment operations.
- Possess reliable transportation to reach the site promptly during emergencies.
- Perform pump repairs and minor electrical work as required.
- Replace or repair PVC and galvanized piping and fittings.
- Proficient in reporting using Excel and Word documents.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with on-site management.
- Maintain cleanliness of the wastewater treatment facility, including pressure washing, cleaning, trash pickup, and lawn care tasks during downtime.
- Physically capable of standing, walking, and lifting up to 55lbs without assistance for extended periods.
- Self-motivated with the ability to diagnose and repair issues with little supervision.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year experience in wastewater treatment.
- Experience in pump repair and minor electrical work.
- Experience in replacement/repair of PVC and galvanized piping and fittings.
- Proficiency in reporting using Excel and Word documents.
- Strong communication skills with on-site management.
- Ability to pass a general aptitude/general knowledge test during the onboarding process.
- Must have reliable transportation.
Additional Information:
- Hourly compensation will be determined based on experience.
- Competitive pay and benefits package available.
- This is an urgent hiring position.
If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role, please apply immediately. We look forward to welcoming you to our team
Compensation:
- Pay starts at $16 per hour negotiable based on experience
Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a resume outlining relevant experience- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We appreciate all applicants' interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Essential Functions:
- Must understand the inter-workings of a machine and be able to maintain it.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains or rebuilds equipment and machinery relative to the physical plant and its processes including air compressors, pumps, motors, variable frequency drives
- Follows all safety and compliance rules and regulations
- Wear and properly use safety equipment and/or PPE when required.
- Other duties as assigned
Education:
- High school graduate or equivalent (Required)
Employment Experience and Skills:
- 2 years experience in the mechanical field
- Able to work independently without supervision
- Good knowledge of equipment, machinery, and processes
- Ability to troubleshoot pump issues
- Good knowledge of the tools, equipment and terminology used in the installation, rebuilding maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment systems
- Skill in the operation repair of pumps, valves, and related mechanical and electrical equipment
- Very strong mechanical aptitude, reliability and multitasking are a must
- Able to follow written and verbal instructions and can stay on task while working alone
- The ability to be cross-trained to perform other jobs as needed
- Ability to communicate with others for safety and efficiency requirements
Working Environment:
- Able to work in all climates heat, cold, and wet conditions
- Lifting, climbing, and bending
- Must be able to work on feet most of the workday
- Must be able to work with strong odors
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
- Year round work
Work setting:
- In-person
- Office
- Outdoor work
- Warehouse
Application Question(s):
- Can you tell us about any skills or experience you have that might be helpful in this job?
- this opportunity requires ON CALL emergency response and weekend/holidays may be required. Is this a shift that would meet your personal dynamic?
- Do you have reliable transportation?
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person