Maintenance Technician III (12KS.23) - American States Water Company

Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, American States Utility Services, Inc. contracts with the federal government to provide water and wastewater services that include operating, maintaining, renewing, replacing, and constructing new systems on military installations throughout the United States. The installations where we presently operate are home to nearly 350,000 military and civilian personnel and families.

We proudly deliver these vital services to military installations in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas (including southeastern New Mexico), Virginia, Florida, Kansas, and Massachusetts.

Serving those who serve®

United States Veterans, Reservists, National Guard Members, and Military Spouses encouraged to apply.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Observes all Federal, State and Company safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Operates hand and power tools in repairing and maintaining water and wastewater systems.
• Under minimal to no supervision, conducts preventive maintenance, tests, troubleshoots and performs repair and maintenance of all equipment at the water and wastewater facilities.  Includes all SCADA/Telemetry sites, well houses, booster pump stations, water reservoirs/tanks and lift stations.
• Monitors pumps, controllers and related equipment to ensure they are in operable condition.
• Inspects and maintains all electrical and mechanical systems for water and wastewater equipment, using Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) work order system.
• Repairs equipment not assigned to others, including and not limited to HVAC units, air compressors, generators, small engines, air hammers, compaction equipment, light boards, centrifugal pumps, mud hogs, bypass pumps, dump trucks, backhoes, and trailers.
• Identifies and acknowledges alarms on water and wastewater systems using SCADA/Telemetry and uses SCADA to troubleshoot problems by trending data.
• Maintains and repairs backflow devices, altitude valves, pressure regulating valves, check valves, gate valves, hydrants, generators, pumps, air compressors and other apparatus and equipment including, but not limited to, programmable logic controls, grinders / comminutors, cathodic protection, hydrostatic pressure vessels and air bubbler systems.
• Available for standby and call-out, shift, or overtime work, as required for system operations and repairs.
• Performs predictive maintenance on equipment malfunctions by interpreting events, analyzing problems, and determining appropriate corrective actions for any and all equipment.
• Works with Superintendent or Maintenance Technicians to prepare and maintain Operational Memos for all facilities.  Reviews daily logs and related records for all facilities.
• Works as crew member in performing repairs on water and wastewater systems.
• Assists with cost estimating to perform routine and emergency repairs.  Assists with preparing material requisitions, or work scopes, to perform related repairs. Within defined limits, purchases needed emergency parts, or equipment, to restore facility, or equipment, back to service in a timely manner.
• Performs general housekeeping of buildings and grounds maintenance at all water and wastewater facilities including, but not limited to, painting, vegetation control, cleaning, and yard maintenance.
• Maintains designated shop areas. Cleans assigned truck, maintenance tools and repair equipment.
• Reports all sanitary sewer overflows to management/operator responsible in charge.
• Other as assigned.

REQUIRED POSITION SKILLS:

• Principles, procedures, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in the electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical repair of minor and major equipment systems, including engines, pumps, motors, generators, and pressure regulatory devices.
• Principles, practices, methods and techniques of various maintenance trades related to the maintenance and repair of various structures, machinery, and equipment in water and wastewater system.
• Basic principles and practices of water and wastewater system operations.
• Basic arithmetic related to mechanical, electrical, and electronic components.
• Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to water/wastewater facilities and pipeline construction.
• Safe driving rules and practices.
• Basic computer software, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Provides a high level of customer service in person or over the phone.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of recordkeeping.
• Complies with all Federal, State and Company safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures and guidelines relevant to assigned duties.
• Inspect, operate, diagnose problems, and perform preventive maintenance and repair work on electric motors, gas and diesel engines, pumps, compressors, control equipment, and power generation equipment.
• Perform a variety of semiskilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, renovation, and repair of water and wastewater systems.
• Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices, and interpret the information as it relates to repair and maintenance activities.
• Read and interpret plans, manuals, diagrams, blue prints, and technical regulations.
• Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.
• Analyze work problems and make corrections that will facilitate the completion of assignments.
• Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required for the work.
• Perform plumbing, some carpentry, basic soldering/welding, general vehicle & equipment mechanics and the repair or replacement of electrical & electronic components.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain accurate logs, records and basic written records of work performed.
• Understand and perform simple computer tasks utilizing Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Recommend the required inventory of emergency spare parts and components.
• Operational characteristics of a variety of maintenance equipment, tools and vehicles.
• Reviews, creates and updates Standard Operating Procedures for operating and maintenance procedures of facilities, lift stations, wells, water tanks and booster pump stations.
• Perform backflow certifications and make necessary repairs.
• Perform meter testing and repair or replace as needed.
• Assesses system components and schedules repair and/or replacement work.
• Follow policies and procedures related to assigned duties.

 MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License issued by the state where employed.
• Electrical License Preferred.
• Five (5) years as a Maintenance Technician in the water and/or wastewater industry.
• Must possess a Maintenance (as applicable) Technician II Certification.
• Must obtain State required (as applicable) Maintenance Technician Level III Certification within 12 months of date of hire.
• Ability to obtain an advanced level, State required (as applicable) water and/or wastewater certification within 12 months of date of hire.
• Must possess a minimum of “B” CDL with tanker endorsement.
• Must possess State required Backflow Certification.
• Must possess crane certification.
• Must take and pass Federal OSHA and or State Mandated Safety training with annual refresher courses as required by the associated regulations for this Position.  Such training will be provided by company and compliance is mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS MAY INCLUDE:

• Working in confined spaces, to include hazardous atmospheres. Work requires the use of respirators and self-rescue devices.
• Working in areas exposed to noise and chemicals. Work requires the use of appropriate PPE (e.g. hearing and chemical protection devices.
• Working in extreme weather conditions.
• Lifting and carrying loads up to 50 lbs. and push or pull up to 75 lbs
• Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, talking, foot & hand controls.

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow.  Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents.  We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year.  To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan.  Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.