Temporary - Service/Maint-Treatment O&M Tech Associate
Full Time
Austin, TX 78704
$20 an hour
Posted
Job description
Position Information
Posting Title
Temporary - Service/Maint-Treatment O&M Tech Associate
Job Requisition Number
COA089030
Position Number
T61508
Job Type
Full-Time
Division Name
Austin Water Utility
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
- High School graduation or GED and one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, laboratory related activities, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment.
- Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License.
- Must be able to become certified for Respiratory Protection.
Notes to Applicants
Pay Range
$20.00 per hour
Hours
Monday-Friday 6:00am till 2:00pm. This position could require overtime and after hours work on weekends and holidays.
Job Close Date
05/30/2023
Type of Posting
External
Department
Austin Water Utility
Regular/Temporary
Temporary (No benefits)
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Technical
Location
Various Locations
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer a mechanical maintenance background. This could be anything from auto mechanics to machine maintenance. Plant process and maintenance or lift station/pump station maintenance a plus.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Collects samples and completes chemical tests/analysis of in-process treatment of water/wastewater
- Repairs equipment and/or performs preventative maintenance
- Handles and receives hazardous and non-hazardous bulk chemicals
- Mixes/stirs/pours a variety of hazardous and non-hazardous solvents/chemicals
- Calculates dosages for chemical adjustments/flows
- Operates blowers and mechanical screens, and monitors instrumentation control panels
- Calculates figures for reports
- Washes down scum pits and backwashes filters
- Checks, monitors, operates and adjusts equipment and processes
- Answers citizen questions and provides assistance
- Enters and retrieves data using automated systems
- Recommends changes to methods, operations, sequences, and procedures for work assigned
- Performs chemical inventory and conducts a periodic check of operational equipment
- Inspects and participates in facility/grounds maintenance management activities
- Assists or performs plant maintenance by installing and repairing treatment plant equipment
- Makes simple repairs on equipment and/or performs preventative maintenance
- Operates valves
- Dismantles and assembles parts and equipment
- Maintains records
- Greases motors, pumps, screens
- Completes/initiates work orders using automated maintenance program systems
- Reads/interprets blueprints, equipment manufacturer manuals to determine maintenance requirements
- Participates in plant grounds/structures maintenance
- Operates rubber-tire heavy equipment
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
- None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Please see the Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Section for Knowledge, Skills & Abilities on this position.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
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