Plant Mechanic II

Do you enjoy hands-on mechanical work, solving problems, and keeping essential systems running for your community? This position works as a part of our Wastewater Management team. In this vital role, you will help maintain and repair pumps, motors, and specialized equipment at wastewater pumping stations that protect public health and the environment.

This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to build a career in mechanical maintenance, develop new technical skills through training and mentorship, and serve as part of a team that keeps critical infrastructure operating 24/7. Employees enjoy overtime opportunities, as well as paid holidays and time off to spend with family, ensuring a balance between professional growth and personal life.

If you are dependable, safety-minded, and eager to learn, we invite you to apply and grow with us.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Performs maintenance and repair on various types of specialized machinery located in waste pumping stations including pumps, electric motors, blowers, gasoline and diesel engines, generators, air compressors, sewage grinders, trash grinders, and other screening and repairs to include the use of shop tools and equipment grinders, drill press, general power tools, hydraulic pulling equipment, and acetylene torches.
• Performs work using precision measurement tools such as micrometer, dial indicator and torque wrench.
• Performs work on a variety of odor control systems including chemical and carbon to ensure continuous operation of the odor system.
• Troubleshoots and determines equipment problem to repair, replace, rebuild, or rehabilitate.
• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on pumps up to 600 HP, standby generator, to include starters, water pumps, pre-heaters, etc.
• Performs location and marking of wastewater force-mains.
• Engages in safe working practices and complies with Wastewater safety programs and guidelines.
• To learn more about WWM plant mechanics, check this video: Plant Mechanic position.

• Take responsibility for assigned work, following through on tasks and ensuring work is completed safely and accurately.
• Share information effectively with team and supervisor.
• Have proven ability to solve problems by recognizing unusual conditions and bringing them forward, while learning troubleshooting skills.
• Adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities.

• Benefits
• Retirement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the following: Graduation from high school, or a GED issued by a state department of education, or completion of a registered apprenticeship program and three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of pumps, motors and other wastewater equipment.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
A valid driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a pre-employment physical examination, and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of experience performing various aspects of mechanical maintenance on rotation machinery and electromechanical equipment, diesel powered generators, cranes, structural supports and equipment, and pressurized piping systems.
• One year of experience diagnosing and tracing hard to locate defects or problems and initiating corrective action.
• One year of experience in methods, tools, and testing equipment used by mechanics in the repair or overhaul and preventive maintenance of automotive types of gasoline and diesel engine.
• One year of experience working independently as an industrial mechanic. This requires the ability to make independent judgments and decisions within the framework of oral and written instructions, procedures, and accepted trade practices.
• One year of experience in plumbing, or other trades related to wastewater equipment repair.
• One year of experience repairing, replacing, rebuilding, or rehabilitating industrial equipment/machinery. This includes performing minor electrical work such as disconnecting of wire leads from motors or checking voltage with a voltmeter.