Maintenance Technician/ Sludge Press Operator

Inframark•North Lauderdale, FL

13h

About The Position

Inframark is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, repair, and operation of equipment used in sludge dewatering and municipal water treatment operations. The role is suited to a mechanically inclined professional experienced with pumps, motors, conveyors, presses, electrical systems, and industrial equipment. The successful candidate will help maintain operational reliability while supporting daily sludge press operations and facility maintenance activities. The position includes preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance; troubleshooting and repairing equipment; inspecting facilities; keeping accurate work orders and maintenance records; and supporting equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects. The technician will also operate and monitor sludge dewatering equipment, manage polymer systems, record process data, and support safe, compliant operations. The work involves frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing; lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions around equipment, chemicals, noise, and moving machinery. Occasional overtime, weekend work, and emergency call-outs may be required. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
Minimum of 2 years of industrial, manufacturing, utility, or mechanical maintenance experience.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, technical documents, and work orders.
Experience operating or maintaining sludge presses, centrifuges, belt presses, or dewatering equipment.
Experience with pumps, motors, electrical controls, PLCs, instrumentation, or hydraulic systems.
Utility, industrial plant, manufacturing, or public works experience.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and around mechanical equipment, chemicals, noise, and moving machinery.

Nice To Haves

Florida Class C Water License.
Welding, fabrication, or electrical maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, valves, hydraulic systems, and related equipment.
Inspect facilities and equipment to identify maintenance needs and potential operational issues.
Complete work orders and maintain accurate maintenance records.
Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
Operate and monitor sludge dewatering equipment, including sludge presses and associated process equipment.
Monitor equipment performance and make operational adjustments as needed.
Troubleshoot sludge press issues and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
Manage polymer systems and support dewatering processes according to operational procedures.
Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and maintenance of sludge handling equipment.
Collect and record operational data and process information.
Follow company safety policies and procedures, use proper PPE, and maintain a safe work environment.
Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
Respond to after-hours emergencies and equipment failures as needed.
Ensure work complies with applicable regulations and company standards.