SENIOR PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - 40009725

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Affords assistance in maintaining the computerized maintenance system and in prioritizing and scheduling work.
• Maintains work orders, equipment logs and other documentation.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, maintains and/or calibrates mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, air compressors, sensors and telemetry equipment, ultraviolet light disinfection equipment, flow meters, and generators.
• Maintains a safe workplace.
• Affords assistance in monitoring pump stations and inspecting sewer lines and manholes.
• Affords assistance in cleanup and repair of sanitary sewer spills.
• Performs various electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and painting tasks as needed.
• Performs wastewater treatment operator duties when necessary.
• Backup Operator in Responsible Charge (BORC) of the collection system.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• General knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of the equipment used in wastewater treatment.
• General knowledge of the principles, procedures, and techniques used in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities.
• General knowledge of the use of hand and power tools.
• General knowledge of lift stations.
• General knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations related to wastewater treatment.
• Skilled in planning, organizing and prioritizing work.
• Skilled in the use of computers.
• Skilled in oral and written communication and the ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Five (5) years of experience in municipal wastewater maintenance or industrial maintenance.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• Must possess and maintain a valid NC Driver’s license with an acceptable three-year driving history.
• Required Grade II Collection Certification issued by NC Water Pollution Control System Operator Certification Commission.
• Preferred Certifications include Grade I Biological Certification issued by NC Water Pollution Control System Operator Certification Commission and NC One Water Maintenance Technologist 1 Certification.

Physical Demands

• Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Loud environment, Exposed to hazards such as electrical, chemicals, and untreated raw sewage/biological pathogens, Subject to roadway traffic based on the location of a spill or complaint, Bright/dim light, Dust and pollen, Extreme heat and/or cold, Wet or humid conditions, Animals/Wildlife/Natural hazards such as snakes, insects, poisonous plants, etc., Fumes and/or noxious odors.

Unavoidable Hazards (work Environment)

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Loud environment, Exposed to hazards such as electrical, chemicals, and untreated raw sewage/biological pathogens, Subject to roadway traffic based on the location of a spill or complaint, Bright/dim light, Dust and pollen, Extreme heat and/or cold, Wet or humid conditions, Animals/Wildlife/Natural hazards such as snakes, insects, poisonous plants, etc., Fumes and/or noxious odors.

Standard Clauses

• May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Durham County.

Essential Safety Functions

• It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices.
• Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor.
• Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job.
• Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
• Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance

• Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.
• Potential and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Background Check Statement

• This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role.
• A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law.