Join Our Team: Field Technician

Delaware County Regional Wastewater District
4 days ago
3 min read

Updated: 2 days ago

The Delaware County Regional Wastewater District is accepting applications for the position of Field Technician.

This full-time role is responsible for the maintenance of all district lines and lift stations, as well as assisting the Field Supervisor with daily operations. The Field Technician plays an essential part in supporting the safe and effective operation of our wastewater system, helping ensure reliable service for our community.

In this position, you will operate, maintain, and store various tools and equipment such as drills, pressure washers, grinders, pump trucks, and excavators. As a technician, you will also inspect and service lift stations, record meter readings, mow field areas, clean sewer lines and manholes, and assist in locating taps and lines with camera equipment. Additional duties include delivering delinquent notices, responding to emergencies when on-call, and supporting general maintenance and repair work as needed.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to meet all department hiring requirements, including passage of a medical exam and a drug test.
Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of Department safety policies and procedures and applicable OSHA safety policies and procedures.
Knowledge of rules and regulations regarding Uniform Traffic Control regulations, federal regulations, state codes, and County ordinances.
Ability to operate various tools and equipment in performance of duties, such as hammers, screw drivers, wrenches, drills, air nozzle, air compressor, air nozzle, power saws, driver, ratchets, grinder, drill press, pressure washer, gauges, brooms, camera equipment, overhead crane, belt sander, pump trucks and other tools/equipment as required for work assignments.
Ability to physically perform assigned duties, including driving, lifting/carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds, shoveling, digging, raking, pushing/pulling objects, bending, crouching/kneeling, reaching, standing/walking for long periods, walking on rough terrain, far vision, color/depth perception, hearing sounds, and handling/grasping/fingering objects.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.
Ability to comply with all employer and Department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of Depaiiment information and records according to state requirements.
Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/disgruntled persons.
Ability to understand, memorize, retain, and carry out oral and written instructions and present findings in oral or written form.
Ability to work alone with minimum supervision and with others in a team environment, occasionally under time pressure.
Ability to work strenuously for extended periods and work on several tasks at the same time.
Ability to apply knowledge of people/local geography, plan/layout assigned work projects, and complete required paperwork.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate decimals and percentages.
Ability to read/interpret detailed blueprints, technical manuals, specifications, and road maps.
Ability to occasionally work extended hours, evenings, and/or weekends and occasionally respond to emergencies from an off-duty status.
Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), a demonstrated safe driving record, and ability to be insurable to drive assigned vehicles under the County's insurance policy

To learn more about the list of duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and work schedule, please download the full job description below.

Application Process:

To be considered for the position, applicants must complete an application—available for download below or at our office. Submitting an application is required. Interested applicants can download the application below and submit it in one of the following ways:

In person at:

Delaware County Regional Wastewater District

100 W Main St, Room 311

Muncie, IN 47305

Or by email to:

Jason Richards: jrichards@co.delaware.in.us

Ready to get to work? Apply today and help us keep our systems flowing safely and efficiently.