Maintenance Operator I - Wastewater
Full-time
Lincoln, NE, USA
Posted on Oct 15, 2026
Job Posting Information
- Are you hands-on, mechanically inclined, and looking to grow your skills while supporting essential City services? Join our team as a Maintenance Operator I - Wastewater Theresa Street with Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) and play a key role in keeping our wastewater treatment facilities operating safely, efficiently, and reliably. As a Maintenance Operator I, you’ll support the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and remote pumping stations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with equipment, and contributing to a team-focused environment.
What You'll Do- Perform or assist with mechanical and physical maintenance activities across facilities and pumping stations
- Install, repair, service, and troubleshoot a wide variety of conventional and specialized equipment
- Understand how equipment performance impacts treatment processes and operations
- Perform general building and facility maintenance such as painting, plumbing, and cleaning
- Properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment
- Adapt to new technologies and learn new systems and equipment
- Accurately document labor, materials, and work activities in the CMMS
- Communicate equipment status, downtime, and maintenance needs with facility staff
- Respond to emergency situations and non-scheduled maintenance needs
- Perform grounds and site maintenance, including snow removal, mowing, and trimming
- Assist with procuring equipment and supplies per established policies
A dependable team player who:- Follows all City, Department, and Division rules and safety procedures
- Uses proper PPE and reports accidents or damaged equipment promptly
- Maintains consistent attendance and arrives ready to work
Builds positive, professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the public
Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and ethical decision-making
Completes required City and LTU training, certifications, and professional development
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent and six months of experience in a variety of maintenance, repair and construction activities and in facilities maintenance; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.
Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of a valid driver's license.