NEOGOV · 18 hours ago
Wastewater Maintenance Technician
Oregon City, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$74K/yr - $95K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Wastewater Maintenance Technician to join Clackamas County's Water Environment Services team. The role involves installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing specialized mechanical equipment and machinery used in the conveyance and treatment of wastewater, contributing to the agency's mission of providing clean water and protecting water quality.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Installs, inspects, maintains and repairs specialized mechanical equipment and machinery used in the conveyance and treatment of wastewater including but not limited to valves, pumps, piping, compressors, conveyors, centrifuges, tanks, mixers, gear boxes, fans, bar screens, blowers, aeration systems, clarifiers and disinfection systems and related equipment; examines, adjusts, lubricates and paints machinery and equipment; replaces worn and broken parts; fabricates and modifies parts and tools
Installs, inspects, maintains and repairs building structures, systems and equipment, including heating, ventilating, air conditioning and water boiler systems
Reviews machinery diagnostics and performs troubleshooting, including evaluation of condition and performance of equipment and systems, and implements modifications and improvements
Participates in the development and implementation of a maintenance, repair and replacement program; evaluates asset condition to recommend and schedule projects; assists in defining equipment and tools required, labor needs and the operational impacts of identified maintenance needs; evaluates cost effectiveness of equipment replacement versus repair; maintains parts and supplies inventory
Accurately records, documents and tracks maintenance activities and operating conditions in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); prepares and maintains preventative maintenance manuals
Serves as project or team leader on special assignments and review team members' work Independently determine appropriate sequences, methods, techniques and procedures; serves as work group representative or contact person for limited remodeling, repair and improvement projects for wastewater facilities and mechanical systems; trains lower-level mechanics, WES Assistants, WES Technicians and new and temporary employees; may provide group safety training; demonstrates safe working practices
Provides construction support for Capital Improvement Projects as assigned, including reviewing design, furnishing site-specific information, and participating in project commissioning activities
Provides public and customer service support to County operations and other municipalities; responds to complaints and inquiries; conducts facility tours and public information meetings; answers technical questions and explains wastewater collection and treatment systems
Qualification
Required
A minimum of two (2) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position
Experience inspecting, installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery and equipment
Experience working with pumps and pumping systems, including piping, valves, and check valves
Experience operating precision hand tools, power tools, precision measurement tools, and basic machine tools
Basic understanding of volt meters, electric motors, and motor alignment
Knowledge of mechanical systems such as centrifuges and gravity belt thickeners
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions at an industrial facility
Preferred
Experience working in wastewater plant operations
Experience with computerized maintenance management systems and work orders
Experience with welding and fabrication
Knowledge of fluid dynamics, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Licensed as an Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME)
Associate's degree in Wastewater Treatment Technologies or a similar field, or bachelor's degree in a related field
Benefits
Generous paid time off package, including: 12 hours of vacation accrual per month
8 hours of sick accrual per month
10 paid holidays and 1 personal days per year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution
A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
A Choice of Dental Plans
Robust Employee Assistance Plan
Longevity pay
Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
A variety of additional optional benefits
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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