Job Description:

Classification:
Non-Exempt

Job Summary:
The Waste Water Plant Maintenance Worker performs journey-level skilled duties required in the operation, maintenance and repair of wastewater plant buildings and equipment. Wastewater Maintenance Worker directs and determines the major maintenance schedules and operational needs of stationary building equipment such as boilers, compressors and large pumps. This position reports to the Chief Engineer.

Essential Functions:

• Inspects and services equipment such as boilers, compressors, lifts, hoists, steam systems, pumps, air conditioners, swamp coolers, electrical generators, fans, motors, digesters and related equipment.


• Performs routine maintenance and repairs under supervision or according to work orders, maintenance schedules or as needed. May work alone or as part of a group. Preferably reads blueprints.


• Reads and interprets performance charts, control panels and graphs. Under supervision, makes operational adjustments. Works with energy conservation and recovery program. Operates valves and controls. Assists with plant security.


• Operates equipment and hand or power tools. Performs preparation and cleanup tasks.


• Performs grounds maintenance; may adjust and repair plumbing systems washes walls, paints, cleans, and may make deliveries and pick up supplies from vendors.


• Lubricates machinery and, under supervision, assists or performs new or replacement installations. May assist with major projects under supervision or complete pre-assigned work orders with responsibility for accounting of time and materials.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Completes work records and work orders. May suggest inventory replacement or original accesses.


• May work with stockroom to assist vendors for maximum cost benefits to plant and to lessen operational interruptions.


• Maintain work area cleanliness at all times during shift.


• Follows written and verbal instructions and performs other tasks as directed by supervision.


• Complies with all Federal, State and local laws.

Additional Functions:
- May work with and support other branch personnel as required by supervision.
- Drive and pick up parts, transport equipment, parts, etc.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school equivalent required.


• Be organized, flexible, and able to handle multiple priorities and deadline pressures.


• Must be able to maintain high level of confidence.


• Basic knowledge and use of computers.


• Must be able to meet all of the physical (lift up to 50lb), physiological and work condition demands of the position.


• Some knowledge of methods, tools and materials used in general maintenance and repair work.


• Ability to operate various hand and power tools.


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Maryland Grade 1 Stationary Engineer (Boiler) License (Preferable but not Required)

Education:
- High school graduate or equivalency preferred.
- Some locations may require relevant certifications, a boiler license or PLC programming.
Typical Physical Activity:
- Standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, kneeling, working in confined areas, reaching overhead, driving a forklift, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling, moving loaded carts weighing up to 500 lbs, lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs, reading, writing, speaking, hearing.

Typical Environmental Conditions:

Inside and outside areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, which includes working with and around large machinery, variations in temperature, noise, odors, humidity, lint and dust, in general offices or on outside grounds. The Maintenance Technician must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Travel Requirements:
- Occasionally, such as to procure parts.

The Maintenance Technician must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Alsco is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Revised:06/20/2019

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