Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Sharyland Water Supply•Palmhurst, TX

64d

About The Position

As a Plant Maintenance Mechanic, you help protect reliable water service by keeping critical plant and station equipment operating safely and efficiently across multiple facilities. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems, supporting installations, and carrying out preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, and related equipment. The mechanic also fabricates or fits parts using hand and power tools; supports building and equipment upkeep, including HVAC, carpentry, and painting; and operates heavy equipment as needed, such as skid-steers, backhoes, and forklifts. Work is completed from written or oral work orders, with asset records and weekly maintenance reports maintained in the AMP. A typical day begins with reviewing work orders and coordinating priorities with the Chief Operator, followed by preparing tools, parts, and safety controls before traveling to a plant or station. The work ranges from hands-on equipment maintenance to facility upkeep. Some weeks include after-hours call-outs or scheduled weekend coverage to support operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of mechanical or repair experience.
Working knowledge of mechanical maintenance practices, hazards, and safety precautions.
Proficiency with tools and equipment, and strength in at least one trade such as mechanics, pipefitting, welding, machining, or electrical work.
Microsoft Office skills.
Ability to understand English instructions.
Valid Texas driver license.
Ability to obtain a CDL Class B with Tank endorsement within 6 months if required.
Willingness to obtain TCEQ Water Operator D certification if requested.
Ability to perform sustained physical work, including confined-space and elevated work, and to undergo fit testing.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems across plants and stations.
Support equipment installations and perform preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, and related equipment.
Fabricate or fit parts using hand and power tools.
Maintain buildings and equipment, including HVAC, carpentry, and painting tasks.
Operate heavy equipment as needed, including skid-steers, backhoes, and forklifts.
Complete work assigned through written or oral work orders.
Maintain asset records and prepare weekly maintenance reports in the AMP.
Review work orders and coordinate priorities with the Chief Operator.
Prepare tools, parts, and safety controls before performing work at plants or stations.
Provide after-hours call-out support or scheduled weekend coverage as operational needs require.