Maintenance Mechanic - Wastewater Utility

Woodard & Curran•Bradenton, FL

5d•$24 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we foster collaboration and inclusivity, seeking diverse talent to address water and environmental issues. We prioritize employee growth, ownership, and flexibility, enabling us to make a meaningful impact. Our team of certified operators, engineers, scientists, and regulatory experts efficiently manages challenging operational issues and ensures treatment plants run in full compliance. We also support employees in obtaining and maintaining industry certifications. Woodard & Curran is expanding and seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for a water utility system. This role involves routine, preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance tasks within a water and wastewater utility that includes one water plant, one wastewater plant, a collection system with sixty-four lift stations, a distribution system, and meters. We are looking for a dedicated individual to help maintain our high standards for providing safe, clean water to the community. This position offers the opportunity to work both indoors and outdoors, protecting water resources, with a company committed to employee growth and career development.

Requirements

High School or trade school diploma required.
Valid driver's license.
Minimum of seven years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment.
Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office programs, computerized maintenance programs, and computerized databases including SCADA.
Experience with the maintenance of pumps, compressors, and plumbing fixtures.
Working knowledge of methods, tools, and materials used in the development, construction, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment for wastewater treatment and collection systems.
Knowledge of the National Electric Code.
Knowledge in the principal operation of programmable logic controllers and industrial electronics.
Ability to perform varied mechanical skills, including gas and/or arc welding.
Ability to read, interpret, and update technical manuals, drawings, and specifications.
Ability to keep accurate records using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Ability to troubleshoot electromechanical control systems.
Ability to calibrate process control instrumentation.
Ability to install electrical conduit and plumbing.
Ability to work independently and under pressure with competing demands.
Thorough knowledge of hazards and safety precautions involved in wastewater treatment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other personnel, and the public.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
Successful candidates must complete a background check, pre-placement physical, and drug screen before employment.

Nice To Haves

Courses in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance are a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance assignments for a water and wastewater treatment facility and sewer collection systems.
Perform housekeeping duties in the maintenance department and on maintenance vehicles.
Conduct all work in a safe and professional manner, adhering to established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.
Ensure all work meets project goals and objectives.
Operate plant collection and distribution equipment, including aerators, filters, pumps, lift stations, aeration basins, anoxic basins, instrumentation, motors, clarifiers, chemical feed systems, blowers, mixers, generators, lighting, chlorinators, rake drives, bar screens, storage tanks, meters, air compressors, sludge dewatering equipment, and other related plant components.
Maintain and adjust equipment to optimize treatment results and comply with the plant operating permit.
Perform daily checks of the facility to document operational status and maintenance requirements.

Benefits

401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions with company match (100% of the first 3% of salary contributed)
Observed holidays (choose up to 8 annually)
Accrued vacation based on years of experience and hours worked
Paid sick time
Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
Paid short- and long-term disability
Medical plan options
Dental plans
Vision plans
Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits
Additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families
DarioMind assistance program
Personalized mental health and wellbeing resources
On-call incentives ($200 for the week on call rotation)
Compensation for being on call (2 hours minimum paid for each call out)
Annual Project bonuses
Annual Safety bonuses