Operations and Maintenance Technician (O&M) - 24263

Overview

We are seeking an Operations and Maintenance Technician for assignment in Syracuse, New York. The selected candidate will perform O&M activities for our client's groundwater treatment plant.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

** Experience with pumps, valves, motors or hydraulics is required **

Responsibilities

- Assist with operating and maintaining water treatment equipment, including pumps, valves, piping systems, filtration units and process instrumentation

- Support the plant electrician during electrical maintenance and troubleshooting tasks, serving as an extra set of hands during inspections, repairs, lockout/tagout activities and equipment testing

- Demonstrate strong electrical awareness when working around energized equipment, control panels, motors and sensors, ensuring safe work practices at all times

- Conduct in depth mechanical equipment repair, including pump rebuilds, lubrication, component replacement, lancing of conveyance lines and mechanical cleaning

- Apply strong equipment troubleshooting skills to identify operational issues involving both mechanical and electrical components

- Perform routine site inspections, verify proper system operations and document conditions and field data

- Communicate system deficiencies, repair needs and recommended solutions with team members and field supervisors

- Utilize or learn PLC and SCADA system interfaces; prior experience is helpful but not required

- Support additional field tasks as needed, including construction equipment operation, building and grounds maintenance, assist sampling crews on an as needed basis and general facility support

Qualifications

- High School Diploma or GED

- A valid Drivers License

- Ability to work independently on pumps, plumbing and motors including cleaning, troubleshooting and repair

- Experience with underground line cleaning is a plus

- HAZWOPER and/or Confined Space Entry training is a plus

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