What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - WATER SERVICES position at City of Brentwood TN?
Description
Seeking candidates for Water Services Maintenance Technician at the City of Brentwood, TN
Brentwood Water Services Department
Starting salary is $42,060
PLUS
The City of Brentwood seeks a dedicated team player to join its Water Services team as a Maintenance Technician.
As the Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for laying/fitting pipe, performing water and sewer line repairs, general maintenance of pumping stations, mowing/trimming landscaped areas, performing landscaping tasks, cleaning workspace and equipment, providing heavy manual labor, and performing a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of the department.
The Water Services Department handles maintenance of water and sewer infrastructure as well as customer services for the City of Brentwood. The department maintains more than 225 miles of water lines, 13 pump stations, and nine finished-water storage tanks with a capacity of 14 million gallons.
The City of Brentwood, located in scenic Williamson County, is considered one of the most desirable suburban locations in Tennessee. It sits just south of Nashville and has a population of approximately 46,000 residents. As a member of the Water Services team you will play a vital role in helping take care of the Brentwood community.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs service and repairs as needed to the City’s water and sewer systems and related equipment. Includes installing main line water & sewer pipe and fittings, cutting/replacing pipe and fittings, repairs and replacing service connections, servicing/replacing water meters, sewer clean-out piping, installing/repairing fire hydrants, grinder system repairs and maintenance, collecting pressure, flow and chlorine information from various locations in the system.
- Provides heavy manual labor functions for water & sewer system maintenance and repairs. Includes, but not limited to, digging holes, handling heavy pipe and materials during repairs and maintenance; mowing, landscaping and clearing easements and department property; general maintenance of heavy equipment and vehicles; cleaning of shop/work areas, etc. as directed.
- Operates/maintains equipment and machinery used in water and sewer maintenance such as heavy motor vehicles, air compressor, chain saw, pipe saw, and other equipment as required.
- Prepares and/or receives various forms, work orders, reports and other documents utilizing department’s work order system; completes, processes and forwards as appropriate.
The ideal candidate:
- Has experience in construction, plumbing or pipeline construction/maintenance.
- Is someone who enjoys working outdoors.
- Can work independently and as a team player.
- Is committed to serving the public while becoming a strong member of the Water Services team.
Minimum Training and Experience Required
High school diploma (or GED) required, with one to two years of experience in construction, plumbing or pipeline construction/maintenance (or related); or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. A valid Driver's License is required, and a valid Commercial Driver's License preferred within two years of hire.
Benefits:
- Transportation Allowance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- CDL Supplemental Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Attendance Bonus
- Longevity Bonus
- Health and Vision Insurance (City pays employee’s premium and shares cost of dependent coverage.)
- Dental Reimbursement Program
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Retirement (Pension) Program
- Deferred Compensation
- YMCA Membership
- Williamson County REC Center Discounted Membership
- Bank/Credit Union Membership
- Library Membership
- Employee Assistance Program
(ADA) Minimum Qualifications or Standards to Perform Essential Job Functions
DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, technical, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants.
LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures related to the job of Maintenance Technician. Requires the ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice.
INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand basic to complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to the job of Maintenance Technician.
VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information to supervisors and officials; to explain procedures and policies; and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.
NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; determine time and weight; and utilize statistical inference.
FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with equipment.
MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated equipment.
MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
COLOR DISCRIMINATION: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.
INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people (i.e. staff, supervisors, general public, and officials) beyond giving and receiving instructions such as in interpreting departmental policies and procedures. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency related to the job of Maintenance Technician.
PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Salary : $2,000
