Maintenance Mechanic II - Wastewater Treatment Plant

Veolia•Wyandotte, MI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Position Purpose: Performs maintenance services, installation or repairs in one or more skill areas such as plumbing, mechanical, electrical repairs, pneumatic, hydraulic, installation, carpentry, painting or vehicle servicing. Inspects, maintains, repairs and installs mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic and/or hydraulic equipment at plant and/or pump stations. Repairs and maintains all types of pumps and other kinds of mechanical equipment or machinery

Requirements

High school or GED with the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions) and be able to carry out verbal and written instructions.
Some vocational training and mechanical aptitude preferred, with the ability to read, interpret and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles and other equipment.
Three years of experience in a related position with ability to comprehend specifications, blueprints and manuals.
Experience using power, pneumatic, hydraulic, and hand tools and shop tools such as drill press, band saw, bench grinder, and torque wrench preferred.
Experience using material handling equipment, pressure gauges and precision measuring instruments.
Steel fabrication and welding experience may be required if necessary at site.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Must demonstrate ability to efficiently maintain, install and repair any equipment which may include progressive cavity pumps, centrifuges, engines, generators, valves, bearings, seals, gates, mixers, gearboxes, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed, odor control, disinfection equipment, vacuum filters and belt presses.
Must have the ability to diagnose problems regardless of complexity, troubleshoot mechanical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic equipment and take corrective action within policy and procedure limitations.
Must have ability to operate Computer Maintenance Management System (software).
Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently perform assigned duties and meet or exceed production and quality goals.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Minimum water / wastewater license as required by regulatory agency at site.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, Confined Space training, OSHA and Quality Training.
HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II First Responder Certification if required by site.
Minimum water / wastewater operator state certification.
Must become proficient in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.)
Forklift Certification if required by site.
Training in operation of mechanical drives, hydraulic pumps and valves, pneumatics, electronics and controls.
Must be able to take and pass MWEA or equivalent to attain Maintenance Certification.
Obtain or maintain HVAC, Electrician’s, Plumber’s or other trade License if assigned to that area.
Note : Tech will not perform duties unless properly licensed.
Training in the use of energy management systems as needed.

Responsibilities

Repairs sewage, sludge and water pumps and any other kind of pumps.
Operates drill presses to repair parts to machinery or mechanical devices.
Utilizes pipe threaders when necessary.
Copper Plumbing, Soldering.
Repair chemical feeders and chlorinators.
UV Systems.
Welds metal pieces to repair metal objects with welding equipment.
Fabricates metal parts from metal stock.
Sheet Metal Fab and Bend.
Cuts metal with acetylene torches.
Repair weld equipment.
Greases mechanical equipment and plant machinery.
Installs pumps and other mechanical equipment.
Fabricate to fit or work.
Checks gear boxes, motors and equipment to insure proper operation and fluid levels.
Complete predictive and preventative maintenance tasks.
Operate Equipment OPS-Crane-Backhoe, Front End Loader, Forklift.
Performs related duties as assigned
Performs routine and preventative maintenance, lubrication and minor adjustments on machines and related equipment which may include pumps, engines, centrifuges, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, dryers, chemical feed and odor control, disinfection equipment, vacuum filters and belt presses.
Promptly reports any operational problems with machines or equipment to Lead or Supervisor.
Learns to inspect and becomes proficient at mechanical troubleshooting to determine repairs needed.
Dismantles equipment to gain access to and repairs defective parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing devices.
Re-assembles and tests equipment ensuring safe and efficient operating condition is restored.
Learns to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic equipment and instrumentation.
Performs facility maintenance and repair and may replace or install light bulbs, florescent tubes, damaged glass, windows, doors, partitions, ceiling or floor tile, door locks, carpet, and/or paint.
May perform manual labor including cleaning equipment, facilities and grounds as required and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
Operates vehicles for plant operational purposes.
Learns to estimate time and material costs for various projects.
May assist in other areas of plant as directed.

Benefits

Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more.
In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

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