Biosolids Lift Station Technician

(Regular, Non-Exempt)

Starting Salary Range: $20.09 - $24.01/hour, DOQ

Closing Date: Open until filled, may close at any time 

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM

How to Apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or [email protected].   

Summary/Objective:

The primary duties of the Biosolids Lift Station Technician are to participate in the safe, effective, and compliant operation of the City’s Wastewater Lift Stations and Biosolids Farm operation by completing the preventative, diagnostic, and emergency asset maintenance. This position may also assist with beneficial reuse of biosolids produced at the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant by the safe handling and land application of biosolids as needed.  

Essential Functions:

Performs maintenance activities all city lift stations, grinder pump stations, facility/station grounds, and Biosolids Farm by assisting the Biosolids/Lift Station Supervisor and/or the Senior Biosolids/Lift Station Technician.

• Contributes to successful operations by ensuring the proper preventative maintenance, routine inspection, servicing, repair, or replacement of Biosolids and Lift Station assets.
• May perform monitoring and reporting activities related to the City’s compliance with the Clean Water Act EPA Biosolids 503 Regulations.     
• Operates and troubleshoots Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) assets.
• Assists with performing routing visual/diagnostic checks, inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repair for various common wastewater treatment plant, lift station, Biosolids Farm equipment and machinery assets, including, but not limited to pumps, air compressors, blowers, mixers, motors, generators, variable frequency drives and other electrical gear, electronic SCADA components, HVAC units and programmable logic controllers
• Collects weekly flow and hour readings of lift station equipment for entry into spreadsheets.
• Performs sampling, monitoring, and reporting activities related to the City’s compliance with the Clean Water Act EPA Biosolids 503 Regulations.
• Contribute to the health and safety protection of the city by monitoring Lift Station control system operations and makes necessary adjustments.
• Reads and understands operational manuals (O&M's), electrical drawings, and schematics to make required repairs of equipment.
• Reviews, interprets, and analyzes laboratory data and maintains records of monitoring data, application areas, and gallons applied.

Performs additional duties as required. 

• Attends meetings and training.
• Manages stress brought about by interacting with potentially irate and/or defensive customers or adjoining property owners
• Assists in the management and care of the riparian tree belt as needed 
• Assists other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or the Department of Utilities.
• Performs assigned duties in the event of an emergency and performs “on-call” duties to complete troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs for wastewater treatment facilities equipment after normal business hours.
• Assists other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or the Department.
• Ensures compliancy with all applicable city regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to be on-call. 

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license
• Certification as Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator, Class I or above, issued by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, or the ability to obtain certification within 18 months of employment

Preferred Education and Experience

• Two (2) years of experience as operating or maintaining machinery and equipment in a comparable position.
• Certification as Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator, Class II above, issued by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
• Certification as Biosolids Land Applier Certification, Class I or higher, issued by the Kansas Water Environment Association
• Heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience.
• Safety and Emergency Training: NMS training – Basic Level Courses, Hazardous Communication Training, Lockout/Tagout Training, CPR and First Aid Training, Confined Space and Shoring/Trenching Competent Person certification, Electrical Safety, Climbing and Fall Protection Training. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays – 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.