Wastewater Maintenance

Job Description

Join Our Team: Wastewater Maintenance Technician at City of Mobridge in Mobridge, SD

Are you passionate about maintaining our community's wastewater systems and ensuring the health and safety of our residents? Do you have experience in wastewater maintenance and a strong work ethic? If so, we want you to join our team at the City of Mobridge in Mobridge, SD as a Wastewater Maintenance Technician.

Purpose: planning, directing, organizing, training, and supervising activities of Mobridge Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Job Location: Wastewater Treatment Plant

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs technical and administrative duties related to Wastewater Treatment Plant; responsible for routine operation and maintenance of chemical equipment, chlorinators, dosages, and ensure all aspects of plant in good working order

Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations in the performance of official duties; work with state and federal agencies as necessary

Assists with purchase orders, financial expenditures of Wastewater Treatment Plant

Operate lab testing and maintain all records of lab analyses and collection samples

Plan and work on construction, installation, repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment facility and equipment

Ensure proper application of processed biosolids to City properties when required

Advise City on future system improvements necessary to maintain quality services

Ensure quality standards are met by chemical vendors and maintain facility inventory

Ensure proper care and disposition of City property assigned to Department

Maintain positive working relationships with other organizations and the public

Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations and reduce costs

Report relevant and pertinent information to Superintendent

Assist in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, promotion, evaluating, rewarding, disciplining, and firing activities for Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Maintain and reviews time sheets and employee reports

May cross-train in other City departments, such as Airport, Parks, and Streets

Cooperate with snow removal duties on City properties, in coordination with Street Department

Perform additional duties as may be required, not inconsistent herewith

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of relevant City and State regulations including but not limited to Safe Drinking Water, NPDES, and SWD permit standards

Ability to supervise others and cooperate with other departments when needed

Ability to provide safe alternatives for operations during any systems malfunction

Ability to work safely and around machinery and power tools

Knowledge of effective personnel supervision and budget management

Ability to perform mathematical skills such as basic math, percentages, ratios, proportions, area, volume, and circumference

Ability to interpret technical procedures, journals, and government regulations

Provide consistent quality service to general public and resolve issues

Ability to write and maintain communication with wide range of audiences

Work in all weather conditions, as well as ability to keep regular office work up to date

Ability to work flexible hours, nights and weekends

Qualifications:

High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate

Valid commercial driver's license

Three years progressive experience in Wastewater Treatment or Water Distribution with one of those years in supervisory position or equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable

Valid Certificate: Class II Wastewater Treatment OR Class II Water Distribution

Physical Demands:

Ability to move and/or lift materials and equipment up to 75 pounds

Required to safely use various chemicals and cleaning/maintenance products

Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, reach, balance, carry, sitAbout Us

The City of Mobridge is a vibrant and welcoming community located in Mobridge, SD. We are committed to providing high-quality municipal services, maintaining a safe and healthy environment, and fostering economic growth and development in our city.

Our team is dedicated to making Mobridge a great place to live, work, and play for all of our residents. We value integrity, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do, and we are always looking for talented individuals to join us in serving our community.

At the City of Mobridge, we offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment where you can grow and succeed in your career.

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