WW PLANT MAINT TECH TRAINEE Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

WW PLANT MAINT TECH TRAINEE

Job Details  This listing closes on 7/23/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada). Employer City of Columbia Salary $39,024.00 – $48,780.00 Annually Location Columbia, SC Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202500201 Department

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METRO WASTEWATER PLANT

Opening Date 06/23/2025 Closing Date 7/23/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Pay Grade
107
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Description This position performs skilled work in the inspection, maintenance and repair of the City’s wastewater treatment plant and/or sanitary sewer lift stations, and related equipment and facilities; and performs other skilled and semi-skilled work as required. This class works according to set procedures under close supervision. The work is considered heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, and constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 35 to 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking. Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, disease/pathogens, toxic/caustic chemicals, confined spaces; and is dynamic that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Essential Job Functions Inspects, maintains and repairs equipment and systems associated with the City’s wastewater treatment plant and lift stations;
Performs preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic plant equipment as scheduled; maintains related records;
Inspects, troubleshoots and repairs equipment;
Assists with construction and installation projects as assigned;
Performs general building and grounds maintenance and repair work as required;
Prepares and maintains accurate work records;
Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety;
Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance from customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility;
Attends meetings, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills;
Works on call 24 hours per day for emergency response. Must also be able to be on call on a rotating basis, as needed, and must be able to work additional hours, weekends, holidays, etc., as needed in order to accomplish assigned work; and
Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

High school diploma or GED;
One (1) year of relevant prior experience;
Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License;
Must possess a South Carolina Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (with tanker endorsement), or be able to obtain within nine (9) months from date of hire or promotion;
Must possess a “D” Level Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification AND “D” Level Wastewater Collection System Operator certification, or be able to obtain required certifications within 36 months from date of hire, OR 18 months from date of promotion;
Will be required to complete the necessary requirements in the Plant Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program within 18 months from date of promotion. Employer
City of Columbia
Phone
803-545-3010 https://www.columbiasc.gov
Address Columbia, South Carolina, 29217-0147