Mechanic

Position Purpose

Maintains all treatment equipment necessary to produce compliant wastewater.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Also necessary are knowledge of wastewater treatment procedures and the mechanical equipment necessary for wastewater treatment as well as knowledge of electricity, electrical circuitry and industrial electricity and basic electronics.
• The Mechanic maintains the wastewater treatment equipment which involves periodic calibrations in chemical feed equipment, scheduled oil changes and lubrication of mechanical items, alignment checks of rotating equipment, wear and tolerance checks of pump impellers, seals, packing and bearings.
• The incumbent determines the sources of equipment failure and determines the most effective solution to get it back in service as soon as possible. The Mechanic determines if a piece of equipment is worthy or repairs, the extent of the repair to be made and if the repair can be made on site of if the machinery needs factory attention. Due to the aging and obsolete equipment, the incumbent fabricates items no long available and updates aging equipment to use components that are readily available. In this capacity, he/she deals with hardware and plumbing suppliers, electrical suppliers, machine ships, bearing dealer, electric motor repair and sales, chemical feeder suppliers and oil distributors.
• The Mechanic instructs the Operators in the proper operation of all treatment equipment and the proper way to perform the minor maintenance or adjustments necessary for proper plant maintenance.
• He/she maintains a personal computer database file on every mechanical item at the treatment plant, booster stations, and wells. This database keeps the mechanic aware of service due dates and provides a detailed history of equipment performance.
• This position description is intended for the purpose of Hay evaluation and salary positioning and is not a contract setting forth the full scope of employment. The employer retains the right to deviate from the description at its discretion, without notice.
• Maintains the wastewater treatment equipment by performing periodic calibrations, scheduled oil changes and lubrication, alignment checks, and wear and tolerance checks.
• Determines the sources of equipment failure and decides on the most effective solution to get it back in service as soon as possible.
• Deals with hardware and plumbing suppliers, electrical suppliers, machine ships, bearing dealer, electric motor repair and sales, chemical feeder suppliers and oil distributors.
• Instructs the Operators in the proper operation of all treatment equipment and minor maintenance or adjustments.
• Maintains a personal computer database file on every mechanical item at the treatment plant, booster stations, and wells to keep track of service due dates and have a detailed history of equipment performance.
• May be required to come in on the off-shift hours to help assist with mechanical failures or in the event of emergencies.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education/Experience/Background

• High School Diploma/GED is required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of wastewater treatment procedures and the mechanical equipment necessary for wastewater treatment as well as knowledge of electricity, electrical circuitry and industrial electricity and basic electronics.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

• Additional technical training.
• Valid Driver's License

Benefits

Our employees are covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.