Lift Station Technician

Performs general and routine maintenance of all mechanical process equipment involved in the City's lift station facilities.

Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair work of Lift Station equipment. Performs semi-skilled and skilled repair and maintenance on mechanical components and equipment

Repair work is performed from daily inspections, PubWorks work orders, malfunction reports from SCADA alarms and plant operations, work orders, immediate supervisor or other supporting staff and all manufacturers' recommendations in the O&M Manuals

Work includes but not limited to pump coupling alignment, packing, pump replacement, bearing, seals, shafts, gears, motors, chemical process equipment, storage and feed systems, valves and all other general equipment

Checks and maintains pumps, motors, compressors, piping, connections at the facilities

Coordinates maintenance and repairs with the staff. Troubleshoots individuals pieces of mechanical equipment and makes recommendations for repairs

Follows all safety policies and procedures such as Lock Out/Tag Out, confined space work and using proper safety equipment. Uses all electrical and hand tolls necessary to perform work

Maintain all data and preventive maintenance schedules and records, tools and parts inventory necessary for the complete operation of the lift station

Responds to all emergency situations, outages, and equipment failure as needed

All other duties as assigned

Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance of industrial pumping equipment

One (1) year of vocational or technical training may be substituted for one year of experience preferred

Must posses a valid State of Florida Driver's License

Must obtain a Class B CDL License within one (1) year of employment

Must possess a Class III Collections Tech Certification or ability to obtain within two (2) years of employment

Knowledge of operations and maintenance of pumps, valves, and other process equipment associated with the operation of the lift station

Knowledge of and ability to perform required maintenance and operation of a wide variety of specialized equipment

Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance and repair activities of lift stations

Document and maintain accurate maintenance records

Knowledge and use of all types of shop and hand tools

Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time

Ability to work safely and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instruction

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees

Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions

Ability to remain calm in stressful conditions

Ability to follow direction and have mechanical aptitude