P/P MECHANIC

Fayetteville Public Works Commission • Fayetteville, NC

3d • $25 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Fayetteville Public Works Commission is seeking a skilled Power Plant Maintenance Mechanic to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position plays a critical role in maintaining mechanical equipment through preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance activities. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, hands‑on maintenance experience, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Understanding of operating systems, flow diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of mechanical maintenance practices in an industrial or power plant environment.
• Hands‑on skills in welding, cutting, and pipe fitting.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate logs and reports.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees and contractors.
• Associate degree or technical certification in mechanical technology or a related field Plus 2 years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial facility
• High school diploma or equivalent Plus 4 years of mechanical maintenance experience as described above
• Must be on call and able to report on site within a specified timeframe
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including physically demanding maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance on power plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, test, and repair pumps, valves, turbines, compressors, boilers, fans, piping systems, and related equipment.
• Assist with testing mechanical equipment to determine optimal operating performance.
• Perform layout, fabrication, rigging, and welding tasks.
• Take accurate measurements for piping systems and steel fabrication projects.
• Cut, clean, grind, hang, and paint structures and piping as required.
• Oversee and coordinate work performed by contractor personnel, serving as a liaison to ensure work meets plant standards.
• Maintain logs, reports, and maintenance documentation.
• Work extended hours and participate in on‑call rotations as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED