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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Wastewater Systems Maintenance Operator - **Company:** Portland Water District - **Location:** Portland, ME, United States - **Salary:** $69,555.0 - $73,195.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Databases, Computer Literacy - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e8f547d45870655f ## About the Role * Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent. * Graduation from a vocational training school in electrical/mechanical maintenance plus two (2) years of electrical/mechanical maintenance experience, or any equivalent combination of experiences and training. * Possess a valid Class C Driver's License, with a clean driving record. * Possess a Grade II or higher Collection System Operator's Certification or the ability to obtain within two years of hire date. * Possession of a Journeyman, State of Maine Electrical License, preferred. * Ability to troubleshoot electrical/mechanical problems encountered on the job and take appropriate corrective actions. * Ability to function independently, effective problem-solving skills. * Knowledge of Dig-Safe Regulations. * Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings. * Ability to understand, follow and relay oral and written instructions or descriptions encountered on the job. * Ability to meet approved physical and medical standards that are required to conform with PWD's safety procedures. * Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing an approved respirator, as required. * Basic computer skills; e-mail, MS Word, Excel, database entry, and maintenance management programs, etc. The willingness to pursue additional training as needed., Apply today and help keep one of Maine's most essential public utilities operating safely, efficiently, and reliably. If you enjoy troubleshooting equipment, solving mechanical challenges, and working both independently and as part of a skilled team, we'd love to hear from you. ## Description As a Wastewater Systems Maintenance Operator, you'll help ensure the reliable operation of PWD's wastewater collection system by: * Perform preventive maintenance, repair and overhaul pumps, generators, aerators, screens, boilers, chemical feed pumps, valves and similar electrical/mechanical equipment and appurtenances. * Inspect pumping station equipment and structures on a daily or periodic basis. * Operate valves, gates and pumps and monitor gauges, meters, alarms, and panels to control and adjust pump station operation. * Periodically inspect and test equipment for malfunction and determine needed repairs. * Ability to locate and mark all wastewater facilities as required. * Install, set up and test new equipment. Modify and maintain installed equipment. * Answer all calls for troubleshooting of equipment and facilities. * Direct personnel assigned to assist in their areas of responsibility. * Assist Maintenance Foreperson with on-the-job training of new personnel. * Perform standby duty. * Perform other related mechanical/operational duties as required. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [WWC24 Talk - Brenda Romero - Stay: Surviving and Thriving in Tech](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/467-wwc24-talk-brenda-romero-stay-surviving-and-thriving-in-tech) - [Basic And Advanced Networking in Dart and Flutter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/112-basic-and-advanced-networking-in-dart-and-flutter) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Dev Digest 114 - DOS and Donts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/426-dev-digest-114-dos-and-donts)