Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist - Tempe, United States - Arizona State University

Arizona State University

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Tempe, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Facilities Management, Central Plant, seeks a Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist to operate and repair water treatment equipment and/or systems for the Tempe campus.

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as an inclusive culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff:

Flexible work schedules
22 days of vacation leave, 12 days of sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Retirement program designed to promote longterm savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

Job Family

Building & Equipment Maint

Department Name

FDM FM Central Plant SS

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EVP BUSINESS & FINANCE

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range
- $23.00 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Close Date

30May2024

Category

Essential Duties

Test and analyze water samples to maintain proper chemical levels in boilers, cooling towers and chilled and heating water systems.
Replace defective parts or install new control devices to maintain quality of water treatment.
Inspect, disassemble and repair damaged or malfunctioning control devices for water distribution systems.
Repair and maintain pumps, meters, hoses, filters, plumbing parts, chemical distribution systems and related equipment.
Maintains records and databases utilizing the work order system, MS Word and Excel for all water tests.
Operate and maintain reverse osmosis units to purify and treat water used in research laboratories.
Inventory and store chemical products.
Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE:
Monday through Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of general maintenance experience; OR, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver's license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Desired Qualifications
Two years' experience in conducting analysis and testing of water samples (i.e. pH, alkalinity, chlorine residual, turbidity, bacteria, dissolved oxygen, hardness, and color).

Experience in:

Making appropriate changes to chemical feed rates from results of tests to maintain high quality water for boilers, towers and chilled and heating water systems
Operation of reverse osmosis unit
Maintaining records/databases
Operation of forklift
Customer service

Demonstrated knowledge of:

Lab safety procedures
MS Word and Excel
Work order systems (Web TMA)

Evidence of effective communication skills

Working Environment

Utilize hand and/or power tools.
Climb stairs and ladders.
Activities performed in a variety of interior and exterior settings involving restricted movement, low lighting, dirty environmental conditions, air contamination, extreme temperatures, intense noise and exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials.
Required to walk and stand for varying lengths of time and travel moderate distances to perform work.
Ability to push and/or pull approximately 100 pounds of weight loaded on wheeled dolly or maintenance carts to transport tools and equipment throughout campus to job site.
Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 pounds.
Drive University vehicles and/or carts.
May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and includes the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).

Department Statement

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all universityowned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM's vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university's mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.
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