Maintenance Apprentice - Water Reclamation

Reports to: Operations and Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary: This apprenticeship will learn and apply technical skills in maintenance of the Water Reclamation Facility.

Essential Duties

• Assist in use of mechanical procedures and/or analytical reasoning to disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble all types of wastewater treatment equipment and/or accessory machinery.
• Assist in complex equipment overhauls, repairs and installation projects.
• Assist in equipment inspections, analyze and troubleshoot equipment problems and recommend/implement repair methods and solutions.
• Cut, fit, thread, weld and install piping and tubing systems.
• Assist in routine facility maintenance tasks such as replacing windows, patching concrete, repairing plumbing, maintaining irrigation systems and incidental painting and welding.
• Lubricate, repack and service pumps, valves and other equipment.
• Perform basic electrical tasks such as unwiring low voltage motors and power equipment.
• Assist in maintaining accurate record of all work orders, maintenance projects and preventative maintenance.
• Operate snow removal equipment, forklifts, tractors, lawn care equipment, etc. as required.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude by scoring 53 or better on the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test Form S or T. (No more than 15 wrong on a 68 question test with 60 minutes to complete).
• Effective workplace skills as demonstrated through WorkKeys assessments (Workplace Documents – 5, Applied Math – 5, Graphic Literacy – 5, Workplace Observation – 4).
• Working knowledge of tools, methods and materials used in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related maintenance trades.
• Working knowledge and skill in the use of tools, equipment, material and methods used in maintenance and repair of pumps, valves, compressed air systems and other equipment commonly used in wastewater treatment.
• Ability to understand and follow specific written and oral instructions.
• Ability to carry out assignments with limited supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and other staff.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License.

Certification Requirements:

• Must be able to actively participate in and complete the relevant apprenticeship program.
• Required to complete WRF Maintenance technical and practical qualifications program within 2 years of hire.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift, pull, push, and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Work includes occasional exposure to fumes, odors, dust, dirt and/or contact with chemicals or toxins.
• Work includes exposure to hazards associated with electrical, mechanical and/or power equipment.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned to or required of this position.