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Application Deadline:

March 12, 2025

Compensation Details:

Hiring Range

27.96 - 40.55

This is a full-time hourly position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility Group:

BMEA (20 Hours)

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Job Description Summary:

Wastewater Treatment
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of skilled maintenance, repair, and construction tasks on Water Resource Recovery equipment and facilities to ensure reliable and effective operation of the Water Resource Recovery Facility, and to perform related duties as required.
As a member of the Water Resource Recovery Maintenance team, supports the efforts of the overall Wastewater Treatment workgroup, including Operations, Maintenance, Process Automation Systems, and facility administration. Supports the efforts of several workgroups within the larger customer service-oriented Utilities Department and provides support in a collaborative manner to foster teamwork and coordination within and across the Department, including with Water Quality, Utilities Maintenance, Utilities Engineering, Water Treatment, and Business Services.

Job Description:

WASTEWATER TREATMENT

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                 

• Performs skilled maintenance and repair on treatment facility and remote facility equipment. This includes the following: 
  • Troubleshoots, repairs, and overhauls pumps, motors, and associated equipment, valves and piping, chemical feeders, material conveyance equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, biogas and natural gas boilers, and HVAC equipment. 
  • Performs the majority of the preventative maintenance duties, such as filter, belt and oil replacements. 
  • Evaluates failed equipment or parts and implements proactive repairs that correct the cause of failure. 
  • Estimates repair costs and purchases repair parts. 
  • Estimates equipment downtime and assists Supervisors with coordinating repair activities with the operations staff. 
  • Improvises repairs during emergency situations to keep facility equipment operational to maintain compliance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements. 
  • Updates Plant Operators and others regarding equipment problems. 
  • Trains others in the proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
  • Works in confined spaces that require ventilation to protect against dangerous gases and fumes.  

• Performs technical diagnosis including: 
  • Vibration analyses on rotating equipment using hand-held diagnostic equipment and computer software to detect cause of problem and implement corrective action.
  • Utilizes precision alignment equipment on a routine basis or when installing equipment to ensure proper alignment of machinery and drive motors. 
  • Utilizes computer software programs to diagnose and repair HVAC problems. 

• Maintains facility buildings and grounds, including off-site facilities. Performs general housekeeping, equipment cleaning, minor structural repairs and construction, painting, and assists with lawn and landscape maintenance.  

• Utilizes computerized maintenance management software (Beehive) to track repair work, spare parts usage, and maintenance activities, both preventative and corrective. 

• Follows annual Unit Process Maintenance schedule. Supports larger team in the coordination and completion of tasks in a timely manner. 

• Completes non-routine work projects including planning, purchasing supplies, coordinating the work effort, and communicating with other appropriate work groups. Modifies and upgrades facility equipment to meet treatment process needs. 

• Reads and interprets technical manuals and mechanical schematics in the course of troubleshooting problems.

• Maintains spare parts and supply inventories. Orders and purchases parts, supplies, and tools.

• Oversees maintenance shop including checking out tools and supplies and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. 

• Supports Senior Industrial mechanics with daily needs of the facility and all major rehab and CIP projects the maintenance department is supporting. 

• Is alert to conditions and events occurring at the Water Resource Recovery Facility, anticipates needed repairs, and makes related recommendations. Updates technical knowledge through training, trade journals/publications, internet websites, and sharing information and job experiences with other employees. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city. 
• Takes proper safety precautions to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies and procedures. Reports all accidents and damage to city property. 
• Responsible for knowing and complying with all city and department policies; participating in professional trainings and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Professional Competencies:
  • Organized – Can proactively and effectively plan and execute work in a timely fashion to ensure reliable execution of all daily tasks and to follow through on special assignments.
  • Technically proficient – Experienced at troubleshooting, performing system analyses, and generating reports using a variety of computational tools, diagnostic equipment, and unique enterprise software.
  • Strong communicator – Can distill detailed technical information and provide written and verbal updates in both technical and lay terms, and consistently communicate system status and updates with all staff.
  • Supportive teammate – Is respectful, kind, supportive, and professional in working with others; recognizes the importance of collaboration and strives to build lasting relationships with other city employees and community members; is socially perceptive, modeling consideration and tact while maintaining focus on tasks at hand; is comfortable working through conflict and differences of opinion; willingly partners with and supports all Water Treatment, Utilities Maintenance, Water Quality,Utilities Engineering, and other staff to evaluate system needs and provide creative solutions with a positive attitude; is committed to ensuring wider Utilities Department success.
  • Strong Leader - Leads by example, willing to evolve with the facility and the team, manages stress effectively, and is approachable, maintaining an open posture to all staff.
  • Flexible, creative, and engaged – Can quickly adapt to changing circumstances and priorities to identify and suggest creative resolutions to unique problems.  Driven to perpetually improve all facets of team and process performance.
  • Strongly aligns with City’s Vision and Values – Promotes a culture of trust and candor. Fosters a team environment where how we do our work is as important as the work itself.

• Knowledge and experience in an industrial/mechanical environment.  
• Proficiency with tool use.  
• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude, including the ability to troubleshoot and analyze asset performance.  
• Ability to complete and update First Aid and CPR Training and certification.  
• Knowledge of industry safety standards.  
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.  
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.  
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Maintenance experience at a wastewater treatment facility.  
• Vibration Analysis certification.  
• Welding certification.  
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and building codes.  
• Experience with large mechanical systems. 
• Colorado Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's Certification, and/or Colorado Wastewater Collections System Operator Certification.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent. 

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received:  Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Supervision Exercised:  None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS    

• Physical and Mental Effort: Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to perform a wide range of physical and manual tasks in an indoor and outdoor environment, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and the ability to sit for long periods of time. Ability to work in odorous, dirty conditions associated with a Wastewater Treatment Facility. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to work in an industrial setting. Work will include periods of time viewing a computer monitor and operating a keyboard. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines, and changing priorities and conditions. Physical ability to work in and around equipment in an industrial setting, in areas of areas of limited access, elevated structures, and confined spaces requiring standing, walking, lifting, bending and kneeling; ability to use ladders, stairs, underground vaults, cat walks, and scaffolding; ability to lift 50 pounds; ability to hear audible alarms at 80 DB and higher; visual acuity, manual dexterity in using precision and non-precision hand tools, power tools, and technical devices.  Knowledge of industry safety standards, regulations, and equipment. 
• Work Environment: Works primarily in an industrial environment. Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. May work in permit required confined spaces that require ventilation and other measures to protect against dangerous gases and fumes. 
• Machines and Equipment Used: Precision and non-precision hand and power tools (electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic), stationary tools such as drill press and lathe; welder; diagnostic equipment; precision measuring devices. Office equipment including computers, telephone, photocopy machine, calculator, and City vehicle. 

Additional Job Description:

The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.