Maintenance Technician Position Available In Sumner, Tennessee

Maintenance Technician 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars Hendersonville, TN 37075 White House Utility District (WHUD) has an opening for a Maintenance Technician . This position is responsible for performing tasks to support the operation of facilities across the District’s water distribution and wastewater collection system. Wages may be negotiated based on prior experience, applicable certifications and licenses and other credentials. Typical activities of a Maintenance Technician include: Performing facility inspections each month Climbing and inspecting water tanks Performing general housekeeping and grounds keeping at all water and wastewater facilities Completing basic repairs Responding to and resolving service issues, including emergency calls after hours. To qualify , a candidate must have a high school diploma, basic electrical knowledge, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates must also pass a thorough and extensive background check and pre-employment drug screen. Candidates must be able to meet all physical requirements of the position including: Performing work under physically demanding conditions with daily exposure to wastewater Perceiving and discriminating colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, texture and visual cues or signals Working in small, cramped spaces such as ditches, trenches, manholes, meter vaults, and other confined spaces Performing essential functions under exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, water, sludge, wastewater, odors, rain, ice, snow, wind, temperature extremes, fumes, toxic agents, extreme noise, machine vibrations, electric currents, etc. Climbing ladders and stairs and performing work at varying elevations up to 200 feet Swimming and treading water Walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, stretching, twisting, or other similar motions Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 100 pounds Utilizing and making rapid adjustments to control the actions of equipment, machinery, and tools Using and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) Reporting to work for emergency duty in the event of a man-made disaster or an act of God. Emergency duties may involve tasks outside the scope of the employee’s normal work routine WHUD is committed to investing in our people ; we want to see you grow and succeed. We do this by offering the education, training, and tools you need to succeed. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick time); medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance; retirement contributions; tuition assistance; and more. White House Utility District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is a Tennessee Drug Free Workplace participant. Ib3fWDU9fR