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GENERAL SUMMARY
Conducts preventive maintenance and repairs on wastewater plant equipment and vehicles. Assists with plumbing and electrical repairs. Removes stoppages from outfall lines and collection systems. Completes special projects as needed.
Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Performs routine maintenance on plant equipment. Repairs and replaces motors and gearboxes. Rigs and removes machinery from the water. Repacks and cleans pumps and maintains blowers and rotors. Cleans clarifiers, diffusers, bar screens, skimmers, walkways, and exposed metal and concrete surfaces at sewage treatment plants. Creates irrigation systems. Replaces PVC piping.
- Completes preventative maintenance on plant equipment according to established schedules. Oils and greases machinery.
- Maintains vehicles, including performing oil changes, replacing brakes, and changing tires.
- Repairs and maintains electrical equipment.
- Troubleshoots equipment and diagnoses machinery. Clears refuse. Assists with removing stoppages from sewage treatment plant outfall lines and collection systems.
- Operates power tools, gasoline mowers, and a variety of hand tools.
- Assists with special projects, including hauling, landscaping, welding, and fabrication.
- Performs related work as required.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS
- This position does not directly supervise any employees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
- High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in the operation, maintenance, and construction of collection systems; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “D” Wastewater Operator License or a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement at time of hire and have one (1) year of relevant experience, may qualify for Maintenance Operator II.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “D” Wastewater Operator License and a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement at time of hire and have two (2) years of relevant experience, may qualify for Maintenance Operator III.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “C” Wastewater Operator License and a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement at time of hire and have three (3) years of relevant experience, may qualify for Maintenance Operator IV.
- Qualified candidates that possess a valid Class “B” Wastewater Operator License and a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement at time of hire and have five (5) years of relevant experience, may qualify for Maintenance Operator V.
*If selected, level will be determined by Manager based on internal assessment of education and experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Must obtain a Class “D” Wastewater Certificate within one (1) year of employment; Must have or obtain within one (1) year of employment and maintain a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement.
☒ Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Knowledge of:
- Collection systems, wastewater, and water distribution
- CCTV inspections
- Microsoft Office
- Heavy equipment and power tools
Skills and Abilities:
- Communicating orally and in writing
- Maintaining equipment and tools
- Directing traffic and pedestrians at construction sites
- Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture that reflects our Values In Action of Accountability, Excellence, Open and Direct Communication, Teamwork and Collaboration.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)
Physical Effort Requirements
Work Environment Sedentary Medium Heavy
Good: Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. ☐ ☐ ☐
Satisfactory: Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. ☐ ☐ ☐
Disagreeable: Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. ☐ ☐ ☒
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Medium: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS continued Work Locations: (select one frequency choice for each location listed:)
Work Environment Locations
Work Locations: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be in the following types of environments: Seldom or Never Sometimes Frequently or Often
Office or similar indoor environment ☐ ☒ ☐
Outdoor environment ☐ ☐ ☒
Street environment (near moving traffic) ☐ ☐ ☒
Construction site ☐ ☒ ☐
Confined space ☐ ☒ ☐
Vehicle ☐ ☐ ☒
Warehouse environment ☒ ☐ ☐
Other: (Specify: ) ☐ ☐ ☐
Exposures: (select one frequency choice for each exposure listed:)
Exposures
Exposures: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be exposed to the following environmental exposures. Seldom or Never Sometimes Frequently or Often
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) ☐ ☒ ☐
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) ☐ ☒ ☐
Communicable diseases ☐ ☒ ☐
Moving mechanical parts ☐ ☐ ☒
Fumes or airborne particles ☐ ☐ ☒
Poison ivy, wasps, snakes, and other natural hazards ☐ ☒ ☐
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances ☐ ☐ ☒
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) ☐ ☐ ☒
Other: (Specify: ) ☐ ☐ ☐
San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity.