Position Purpose: 

Under general supervision, installs, maintains, calibrates, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, and overhauls equipment; controls, communication systems and computer and microprocessor systems associated with the Sewerage Conveyance/Collection System.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Performs collection system repairs and maintenance.
• Provides maintenance and calibration of collection system instrumentation.
• Works in the field during wet weather events.
• Oversees and preforms pipe inspection and cleaning.
• Oversees and preforms collection system repairs.
• Performs Utilities Locates in collection system.
• Installs, maintains, calibrates, troubleshoots, repairs and overhauls the indicating, recording, telemetering and controlling instrumentation (electronic, mechanical, pneumatic) used to measure and control variables - i.e., pressure, flow, temperature, motion, force and chemical composition - associated with and including computer and microprocessor control systems and associated peripheral equipment.
• Implements and maintains a preventative maintenance schedule.
• Maintains inventory of spare parts and inventory records.
• Updates Operating and Maintenance documents, i.e., hard copy and software as necessary.
• Maintains maintenance and repair records on equipment and systems.
• Works on energized equipment pertaining to instrumentation.
• Troubleshoots and repair equipment as needed.
• Reads process, instrument, and ladder diagrams, and electronic and pneumatic schematics.
• Works independently or with outside engineers and vendors to install, startup, test new control systems, modify existing systems, and act as resource for Control System Designs as required.
• Assists in “on-the-job” training of other personnel.
• Maintain rain gauges, level meters and flow meters.
• Maintains and troubleshoots electronic and specialized equipment, such as gas monitors.
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and maintains data communication systems.
• Interfaces with utilities as necessary, such as the phone company.
• Utilizes ARC GIS to locate utilities.
• Utilizes Infonet to carryout assigned work orders.
• Oversees collection system work by contractors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Work involves exposure to confined entry areas, hazardous gases, heights, weather, noise, dirt, dust, organic waste, and explosive environments. 
• Position also requires driving to various Field locations.
• Generally works weekdays first shift hours.
• Must be available during wet weather events to support collection system problems.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Education/Experience/Background: 

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Must have experience in the field involving maintaining, calibrating, repairing monitoring and control equipment.
• Must have experience with sewage pipe cleaning and inspection.
• Experience doing Utility Locates is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Knowledge and skills in the principles, practices, of utilities locating.
• Knowledge and skills in Collection system conveyance
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Ability and skills in using ARC GIS systems.
• Ability and skill in reading schematics or process and instrumentation drawings.
• Ability and skills in diagnosing and repairing equipment problems.
• Ability and skills in performing Collection system repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relationships.
• Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment.
• Ability to prepare accurate oral and written reports.
• Communicates effectively via written and oral methods with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and others when necessary.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training: 

• Valid Michigan Driver’s License is required.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.