Classified Ad Title:
Utility Maintenance Person – Plant Maintenance Electrician
Post Date
6/5/2025
Expiration Date
7/5/2025
Details:
THE ORGANIZATION
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District protects public health and the environment by leading effective wastewater and stormwater management. As the largest wastewater treatment provider in the State of Ohio, the Sewer District spans 380 square miles, serves 63 communities and one million residents, and treats 90 billion gallons of wastewater a year.
In addition to its award-winning treatment plant and laboratory performance, the Sewer District’s Project Clean Lake construction program will reduce annual Lake Erie pollution by 4 billion gallons by 2036, while its Regional Stormwater Management Program addresses widespread inter-community problems like flooding, pollution, and erosion.
For more than 50 years, the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District has served the public and protected the environment through our innovation, collaboration and strategic planning. Our region’s water resources are healthier and our agency is a nationally renowned leader in the utility world.
THE POSITION
This is a training position pursuant to achieving the qualifications as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Maintenance Training Program guidelines to prepare the candidate to bid on the Plant Maintenance Electrician (PME) position. Under general supervision, performs skilled work in maintaining and repairing Sewer District equipment, machinery, facilities and grounds. Works with others in the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of Sewer District electrical and electronic systems, wiring, fixtures, apparatus and control equipment. Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists in electrical work such as installing, maintaining, modifying, troubleshooting and repairing motor control centers, motor starters, controls loops, generators, high voltage substations, transformers, switchgear and other related equipment. Assists in calibration, installing conduits, pulling wiring and minor fabrication.
- Operates Sewer District vehicles and equipment for the purpose of transporting equipment and materials.
- Participates in the Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Program of Sewer District facilities, including the inspection of electrical equipment.
- Assists in troubleshooting and the analysis of faulty equipment.
- Utilizes the computerized maintenance management system to input and retrieve information.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.
View Our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement, Our Accessibility Statement & Education Equivalencies Policy on our Job Board via https://www.workforcleanwater.com/
Our Employee Benefits & Wellness Programs
We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package including Health Insurance Coverage, Various Retirement Planning Options (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and Deferred Compensation Plans), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Free Parking at our facilities, Corporate Discounts, and more! We also have an active Health & Wellness Program that promotes a life/work balance.
NEORSD supports the use of hybrid work as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity and better prepares the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for hybrid work. hybrid eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
DISCLAIMER: The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Candidate must possess a high school diploma, GED or state recognized equivalent.
EXPERIENCE
- Entry into the Maintenance Training Program (MTP) at the first milestone: No required experience, however two (2) years of industrial maintenance experience is preferred.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the Sewer District’s acceptable guidelines.
- A certificate of completion from an Industrial Machinery Electrician or Millwright (Electrical) registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Labor is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Candidate must possess basic knowledge and skills in mechanical and/or electrical trades, including inspection and record keeping. A working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to electrical work is required.
- Candidate must possess the ability to interpret illustrated parts breakdowns, engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches and diagrams.
- Candidate must have the ability to successfully complete assessments to demonstrate aptitude in instrumentation, electrical, mechanical or other job-related subjects as required.
- Candidate must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on interpretation of data. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.
- Candidate must possess the ability to be reliable and punctual in reporting to work as scheduled.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
During the course of performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to analyze, communicate, comprehend, coordinate, make decisions, possess general intelligence, interact, interpret, negotiate, possess numerical intelligence, organize, problem solve, have resilience and perform tasks. Physical work will need to be performed, such as balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, crouching, driving, feeling, operating heavy equipment, kneeling/squatting, reaching, sitting, standing, talking, typing and walking. Repetitive movements will need to be performed such as simple grasping, power grasping and fine manipulation with both hands. Ability to lift from floor to waist, waist to shoulder or floor to shoulder up to 60 lbs. and to push/pull up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis may be necessary. Position will require visual demands of accommodation, color vision, depth perception, far acuity and near acuity. Ability to withstand extremely loud noise exposure for fifteen minutes or longer on an intermittent basis is required. Exposure to environmental conditions such as respiratory hazards, extreme cold/heat (non-weather related), outdoor work, vibrations, wet/humid conditions, work around large machinery, work at heights and work inside confined spaces is encountered in this position.
Employer:
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
Contact:
Andrea Harris
Work Phone:
2163903080
Email:
harrisandrea@neorsd.org
Website:
www.workforcleanwater.com