Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Veolia Environnement SA • Phoenix, AZ

12h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a focused, 1-week contract position designed for immediate support on a critical project. Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Requirements

• Deep mechanical aptitude with pumps, valves, piping, gearboxes, and automated filtration systems
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment manuals
• Working knowledge of basic electrical controls, motors, and instrumentation (480V 3-phase systems, VFDs, and sensors)
• Competency using hand tools, precision measuring instruments (calipers, dial indicators), and power tools
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on industrial mechanical maintenance experience, preferably within a water/wastewater treatment plant or heavy industrial processing facility required
• Ability to lift up to 50–100 pounds
• Ability to work in tight or confined spaces
• Availability to participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours plant emergencies
• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity

Nice To Haves

• Technical trade school certification in industrial mechanics, mechatronics, or a related field is preferred

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test filtration and separation machinery to locate the root cause of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or basic electrical issues.
• Monitor system performance using SCADA interfaces, gauges, meters, and control panels to spot early signs of equipment failure.
• Analyze historical data and operational trends to predict and prevent unexpected filtration unit shutdowns.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on pumps, blowers, valves, actuators, chemical feed systems, and complex filtration arrays.
• Rebuild, align, and replace worn or defective mechanical parts, seals, bearings, impellers, and filter modules.
• Clean, descale, and flush filtration units, tanks, and piping networks according to strict technical schedules.
• Adhere strictly to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry protocols, and OSHA safety standards when working near high-voltage lines and biological hazards.
• Maintain accurate electronic logs of completed work orders, parts usage, and equipment repair history.
• Ensure all repaired or adjusted filtration equipment meets Clean Water Act and NPDES discharge parameter limits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED