Field Technician

JOB SUMMARY

Under direction, perform inspections, cleaning and maintenance of pump stations, odor control facilities, interceptors, combined sewer overflows, automated regulators, rain gauges, remote flow and level monitoring stations, retention basins, treatment plant tanks, and related piping; and perform related work as required.

• Perform the work of a crew engaged in the inspection and maintenance of interceptors, storm and sanitary sewers and related appurtenances.
• Assist in the inspection, operation and maintenance of pump stations, odor control facilities, automated regulators, rain gauges and remote flow and level monitoring stations.
• Assist in the operation of a variety of sewer inspection and cleaning equipment used to maintain The District's sewerage collection system.
• Operate, clean and maintain trucks, vans, dump trucks, blowers, generators, pneumatic equipment and power tools.
• Assist personnel in performance of maintenance and repair tasks, material and equipment handling and safety for maintenance and inspection crews.
• Assist in equipment set‑up, breakdown and assist in traffic control.
• May operate sewer cleaning and inspection equipment, if needed.
• Maintain records and prepare reports, write out‑of‑order work requests.
• Observe safe work practices and ensure that work does not endanger others.
• Perform general housekeeping work including the maintenance of grounds.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

• Candidate must possess a high school diploma or its GED equivalent.

Candidate must possess no minimum years of experience.

• Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the District's acceptable guidelines.
• Candidate must obtain a certificate of completion of the Red Cross Standard Multimedia First Aid Course and CPR certification within one year of employment and be recertified as required.

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• Candidate must possess the ability to understand and follow verbal, written and diagrammatic instructions. 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.
• Candidate must be nvable to fill‑in for vacant shifts, emergency or unusual situations.

• Ability to pull a minimum spell 100 pounds dead weight from the bottom of a twenty‑foot manhole and remove a standard size manhole cover (minimum weight 150 pounds) unaided.
• services to do strenuous manual work under varying weather conditions.
• Must not have tendencies towards claustrophobia or acrophobia. Must not have facial hair that would impede proper seal of breathing apparatus.
• Exposure to usual noise associated with equipment.
• May be exposed to odors from processes and laboratory field samples.
• Exposure to atmospheric conditions such as heat, cold, dust, fumes, vapors, or mists.
• Working in various types of confined spaces, such as wet wells and manholes.
• Working on elevated locations, such as aerial sewers, ladders and rooftops.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Our Accessibility Statement

We offer a comprehensive muit- purpose 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 work/life balance.

The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification(not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required).

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