What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Technician position at South Henry Regional Waste District?
JOB SUMMARY
The district technician works in conjunction with other SHRWD employees to operate the wastewater treatment plant and collection system in a safe and efficient manner.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate vehicles commonly used in the wastewater utility industry
- Communicates with others both orally and in writing
- Locates sewer lines within the district
- Collects samples for the lab
- Routine lab tests such as: CBOD, TSS, pH, Ammonia, E coli, and Dissolved Oxygen
- General maintenance and preventative maintenance
- Groundskeeping and maintenance at plant and lift stations
- Troubleshooting and pulling pumps
- Periodic “on-call” responsibilities on a rotating schedule
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma
- Valid Indiana driver’s license
- Have knowledge of simple mechanical and electrical principals for disassembly and assembly, repair, replacement and servicing wastewater treatment plant equipment
- Sufficient language and communication skills to be able to establish, develop, and maintain a good working relationship with the general public and customers of the district.
- Ability to obtain a class I wastewater license within 2 years with assistance
- Ability to work independently
- Must always be willing to help coworkers
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS
- Compensation based on experience and skills ($42K-$50k/year)
- Paid lunch break
- Employer 80% paid Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance paid by employer
- Employer Health Savings Account contribution
- INPRS/PERF Retirement Plan
- Paid time off: Vacation Days, Sick Days, Personal Days, Holidays, Bereavement
- Education Assistance and Mentoring to help obtain wastewater license
Opportunity to attend conferences and operator expos for continuing education
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- On call
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42,000 - $50,000