Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist - Tempe Campus at Arizona State University

Arizona State University
Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist - Tempe Campus
FDM FM Central Plant SS
Campus: Tempe
104602BR

Job 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
• World-class educational opportunities at deeply discounted rates for employees and eligible family members through its employee tuition reduction program. For more information go to   https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition .
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Comprehensive and very affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at  https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits .
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term 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

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

Close Date
27-September-2024

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 university-owned 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.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the Central Plant on the Tempe campus. 

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include audiogram, asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.

This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.

ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit  https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at  https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf . You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00 pm Arizona time on the day indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. 

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

Work reference history information for 3 current and/or former supervisors will be requested at time of interview.  

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

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