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City of Portland - Water Resources Technician II

Position Number: 6379939
Location: Portland, ME
Position Type: Agriculture - Environmental Science, Ecology & Forestry

City of Portland - Water Resources Technician II

Public Works Department – Water Resources

Up to $2,500 Sign on Bonus Available to an external candidate

About the Water Resources Department:

The City of Portland's Department of Public works established the Water Resources division to maintain and operate the city's Stormwater, Wastewater Collection, CSO's (Combined Sewer Overflow) and to protect the city's watersheds from environmental and public health concerns. Governed by Federal and State permitting regulations, we are responsible for the City's MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) compliance and NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) permits. Water Resources Operations alone consists of staff with an assortment of trade skills including and operations maintains a combined 300+ miles of sewer and stormwater collection systems, several pump stations and stormwater overflow tanks.

Duties & Responsibilities:

This position will have and perform a range of different responsibilities and tasks in order to successfully operate and maintain the water resources infrastructure for the City. These individuals will support making operational checks and repairs on pump stations, combined sewer storage systems and process equipment; assist in the sewer and drainage system inspections using a variety of sewer-related equipment.

Requirements:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and other City staff.
Ability to meet and converse tactfully with the public.
Ability to assist in the maintenance of pumping station equipment and perform pumping station inspections.
Ability to work independently and make sound judgments.
Knowledge of the tools, equipment, methods, materials and skills used in a variety of construction and maintenance activities.

Training and Experience Desired:

Experience and knowledge of operating, maintaining and rehabilitating sewer and drainage systems.
Demonstrated experience operating heavy machinery.
Construction and/or mechanical experience
Familiarity with maintenance management systems and GIS programs preferred
High School graduation or GED; or any equivalent combination of experience and training
CPR and First Aid certification within first year
Completion of OSHA approved confined space training course within first year
Completion of OSHA approved work zone safety certification course within first six months.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Shall possess a valid Maine Class B driver's license. We are willing to hire the right applicant with Class C license at Grade 16 and help to obtain Class B license within six (6) months to one (1) year.
Must have and maintain good driving record.
Ability to pass the New England Collection System II Certification within 24 months.
Must undergo a pre-employment medical exam and lift and pass federally mandated drug test if currently hold CDL license.

Applications accepted until filled.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, LABOR & TRADES (Grade 17) – Starting salary range: $25.13/hour to $27.82/hour, based on qualifications and years of service. Also eligible for step increases and Union wage increases.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:

Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
Thirteen paid holidays
Sick, vacation, and personal leave
Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
Fitness Reimbursement
Use of City recreation facilities
Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

To apply, visit https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=334&sreq=9&form=1000&desc=WATER%20RESOURCES%20TECHNICIAN%20II