Maintenance Mechanic Helper I

Metropolitan St Louis Sewer District•St. Louis, MO
•$65,702 - $71,768

About The Position

This trainee position assists mechanics with maintaining and repairing mechanical and electromechanical equipment used in pumping stations and treatment plants. The role also supports preventive and predictive maintenance of equipment, buildings, and grounds; helps identify equipment deficiencies and conduct diagnostic testing; studies maintenance training materials and manuals; cleans equipment and facilities; and prepares maintenance records. Employees are expected to maintain a clean, safe work area, work safely, and meet the requirements of the Mechanical Maintenance Training Program Policy and Procedure Manual. Related work may be performed as required or delegated by a supervisor. The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District provides wastewater and storm water management services to residents and businesses in St. Louis City and County. MSD employs over 900 individuals across a range of occupations.

Requirements

  • Graduate from high school, an equivalent program, or vocational school.
  • Ability to attain a passing grade on a written test of related skills and aptitude.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and pass examinations associated with maintenance training program materials and manuals.
  • Possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the employee resides.
  • Pass a non-D.O.T. drug test; the position is designated safety-sensitive.
  • MSD employees must have a meets-expectations rating.

Nice To Haves

  • Some knowledge of tools and their uses.
  • Some understanding of the operating principles and mechanics of internal combustion engines, pumps, electric motors, and similar equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist mechanics in repairing, overhauling, installing, testing, and inspecting mechanical and electromechanical equipment used in pumping stations and treatment plants.
  • Assist with preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment, buildings, and grounds.
  • Assist in identifying equipment deficiencies and performing diagnostic testing.
  • Study maintenance training materials and manuals.
  • Clean equipment and facilities.
  • Prepare maintenance records.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work area and work safely.
  • Meet requirements of the Mechanical Maintenance Training Program Policy and Procedure Manual.
  • Perform related work as required or delegated by a supervisor.
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