City of Lowell Jobs

Performs clerical duties which require a high degree of decision making and complete knowledge of the function of the Health Department.

Ensure proper maintenance of Wastewater Treatment Facility and Collection System in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner complying with all regulations by performing preventative maintenance and repairs to all mechanically related equipment at the facility and perform collection related duties, including troubleshooting.

Under direct supervision; operates, maintains and repairs sewage treatment machinery and equipment. Makes routine laboratory tests and sewage at various stages of treatment in accordance with standardized procedures and adds treatment materials as required. Takes and records readings of instruments, makes adjustments in equipment as indicated, and maintains operations log. Checks machinery and equipment for malfunctions; repairs and overhauls machinery and equipment. Responsible for maintaining the treatment plant in a clean and orderly condition. May supervise personnel at a lower grade. Monitors control panels and adjusts valves and gates manually or by remote control in order to regulate the flow of sewerage; observes variations in operative conditions;

Examines all permit applications and related documents and information, including plans, to construct, reconstruct, alter, repair, remove or demolish a building or structure; or to change the use or occupancy of a building or structure; or to install or alter any equipment for which provision is made or the installation of which is regulated by 780 CMR (State Building Code) and The Zoning Ordinances of The City of Lowell. Inspects buildings under the provisions of General Laws. Enforces the provisions of the building code and local zoning laws. Examines or approves plans for new buildings; the repair, alteration, and safety conditions of existing buildings. Inspects egress facilities of buildings.