\nFirst consideration date: April 21, 2020.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/dd>\n\u00a0Why It’s a Great Opportunity:\u00a0As an accomplished tradesperson, you will use your wastewater and construction methods, concepts, applications and regulations to support the operation, maintenance, repair and installation of a wide range of mechanical equipment, systems and other complex machinery.Your safety focus related to wastewater and construction as well as asset management knowledge, will help you evaluate and troubleshoot problems to help ensure a healthy environment and Puget Sound.\u00a0This highly skilled work supports the Chambers Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (CCRWWTP), the Cascadia Wastewater Treatment Plant, the collections systems, over 100 pump stations and electrical\/mechanical systems throughout the Pierce County Sewer Service Area. \u00a0This is a great opportunity to work with equipment, systems and facilities that are relatively new and state of the art.Why It’s a Great Department:\u00a0The Planning and Public Works Department has an excellent reputation for being committed to providing exceptional service to its customers. Our goal is to be the Best Public Agency and your role can help us get there. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity to be a part of an organization that prides itself on customer service.\u00a0We place a high value on staff safety and training. The Sewer Division is filled with intelligent and hardworking people. They have high expectations and strive to exceed expectations consistently. Our employees take pride in what they do \u2013 meeting customer\u2019s needs, protecting our environment and preserving it for our community.\u00a0How to be Successful in the Role:\u00a0We are looking for someone to perform tradesperson level work in mechanics, electrical, plumbing, metal fabrication, machining and\/or equipment operation who will work daily with other trades, maintenance and operations personnel to complete tasks and projects. \u00a0Being a team player and working well with others is critical. \u00a0We depend on each other’s knowledge and experience to not only perform the work, but to keep each other safe throughout the day.This position can be physically demanding, and you must have the ability to work in confined spaces as well as from various heights.\u00a0Your Future in this Role:\u00a0We have opportunities for innovation and process improvements where you can provide input and have your fingerprints on projects. This is a great opportunity to be part of an organization that is a leader in the wastewater industry working with a group of professionals who take their work seriously and provide professional products. \u00a0 \u00a0 This role as a Wastewater Maintenance Technician puts you in a position to teach and train others in the field while gaining leadership skills for future opportunities.\u00a0As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration. \u00a0Satisfactory physical condition, as evidenced by a county approved CDL physical examination, may be required prior to appointment to the position.\u00a0\u00a0Core Daily Responsibilities:\u00a0Assist with coordination and organization of workload, personnel, equipment and materials for deadlines and prioritizationAssist with leadership, training, direction and instruction of other employees as required.\u00a0Perform efficient and safe execution of work for self, staff and the public.\u00a0Utilize and assist in planning and deployment of traffic control devices in accordance with regulations for traveled ways.Ability to operate and navigate computers, programs and other similar electronic devices for documentation, communication and information gathering.Perform scheduled maintenance, corrective maintenance and customer service request (CSR\u2019s). \u00a0generated from our computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).Maintain and repair equipment related to the sewer collection systems, treatment plants, residential grinder pumps, supporting facilities and water systems.Thoroughly document maintenance activities, assessment inspections and initiate purchase orders. \u00a0\u00a0Operate utility and CDL vehicles, specialized industry trucks such as boom cranes, dump, high velocity cleaning, closed circuit televised sewer inspection, vacuum, and specialized equipment such as, aerial lifts, backhoe and forklift.\u00a0Ability to tow and operate portable equipment, such as trailers, emergency generators, compressors, and pumping units.\u00a0Read and interpret drawings, specifications and operation and maintenance manuals.\u00a0Familiarity of a wide variety of hand and power tools, equipment and machinery utilized in the trades.\u00a0A classification description with a more detailed list of essential function can be found\u00a0here.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Requirements:High School diploma or equivalency.Three (3) years of experience in the wastewater field or other related field i.e. public works construction, mechanical repair and maintenance of treatment plant, pump stations and collection systems equipment, construction, electronics, etc. \u00a0This can be cumulative experience from experience as a Pierce County employee or other employers.Additional education \/training and\/or experience which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification may substitute on a year for year basis.\u00a0SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS\u00a0\u00a0Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s license with Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class “A”(Tank Vehicle) endorsement within the first 12 months of employment.\u00a0Pierce County will pay for the \u00a0required CDL training if needed, however employee is required to pay for the certification exam and license as well as subsequent re-certifications.All employees in the classification after twelve months must maintain a valid WA CDL Class \u201cA\u201d(Tank Vehicle) endorsement.Must obtain a Traffic Control (Flagging) Card, CPR, and First Aid Card within the first 6 months of employment.\u00a0\u00a0APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS\u00a0To be considered for this opportunity please:Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to: \u00a0\u00a0www.piercecountywa.org\/jobs.\u00a0Attach a resume\u00a0and in place of a cover letter, answer all supplemental questions in detail.If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.\u00a0\u00a0At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. \u00a0Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. 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