Michigan Water Environment Association

Maintenance Technician - Water Resource Recovery Facility

Job Openings In Michigan Title:
Maintenance Technician - Water Resource Recovery Facility

Post Date
10/1/2017

Expiration Date
12/30/2017

Details:
It’s an exciting time to be at the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA)! GLWA employs hundreds of technical and administrative staff, all working to ensure effective wastewater treatment,
minimize combined sewer overflows (CSO) and to provide our award-winning drinking water to more than 80 wholesale customers in Michigan.

We are looking for Maintenance Technicians to repair and maintain tools and other equipment associated with installations; perform required routine preventative and predictive maintenance and other related work in Field services, Water and Wastewater Plant operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain electrical distribution, pumping, mechanical and chemical equipment. Rebuild and dismantle pumps. Complete repairs of heavy equipment and machinery. Perform alignments of equipment. Complete valve repairs. Perform routine preventative maintenance. Perform rigging, welding, cutting, machinery alignment. Complete predictive and preventative maintenance. Perform machinery alignment with pumps and motors. Perform plumbing and pipe fitting. Perform shift work which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend and holiday assignments. Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain. Provide on the job training. Regularly inspect the working condition and maintain the cleanliness of equipment and surrounding areas. Replace and repair major equipment and tools. Collect and analyze process and performance data used to diagnose, repair and perform preventive maintenance of water equipment. Print reading. Perform tests and report results. Maintain various records and prepare reports. Prepare specifications for new equipment. Must have ability to work outside in inclement weather. Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties.

Qualifications:
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
•High School or GED


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
•Computer Maintenance Management System
•Procurement/purchasing, receiving, warehouse/inventory, and service contracting procedures and applications/systems
•Tools, methods, materials and practices used in repairing heavy machinery and equipment including some familiarity with methods and equipment used in moving heavy objects

SKILL TO:
•Exercise proficiency in various job duties in the various plants as well as all the equipment used in the job
•Effectively query and generate work orders
•Maintain and update various databases and automated records
•Weld, braze and cut with electric arc and acetylene torch
•Use advanced technology
•Utilize cranes

ABILITY TO:
•Complete arithmetic computation
•Read and interpret schematics
•Create, plan, schedule and close work orders
•Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
•Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
•Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
•Perform rigging process
•Direct team activities or to work as a team member
•Communicate frequently with team members and other units across the Organization about process, equipment or potential problems
•Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures
•Effectively perform shop math
•Maintain regular and reliable attendance
•Develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software

Other Requirements:
•Valid CDL-A

•This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing


Comments:
GLWA offers competitive pay,
opportunity for advancement, on the job training, ongoing professional
development, tuition assistance and a career in a sector that safeguards public
health, supports and strengthen communities, and protects the environment. To
learn more about our mission go to http://www.glwater.org

Employer:
Great Lakes Water Authority
Contact:
Sherrian Greenwood

Address:
735 Randolph Street, Suite 2001

Work Phone:
313.964.9826

Fax:
313.842.6491

Email:
sherrian.greenwood@glwater.org

Website:
http://www.glwater.org