Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Sewer Collections & Maintenance)

City of Beaumont • Beaumont, TX

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for inspecting, cleaning, servicing, and repairing equipment, controls, and facilities used in wastewater treatment operations. The role performs major and minor repairs to pumps, motors, electrical controls, other mechanical equipment, buildings, and fixtures. It uses a range of hand and power tools and shop equipment, prepares maintenance reports and records, and may participate in sewer maintenance activities with crews. Other duties may be assigned as required.

The position is 100% on-site, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with 24-hour callout and overtime when necessary. Work is performed in all weather and in confined spaces, with ongoing exposure to wastewater and sludge, high-voltage electricity, noise, hazardous chemicals and gases. The work may also involve strains, cuts, bruises, and possible physical or verbal abuse from irate customers.

A valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record is required; a Class B/CDL is preferred. The employee must obtain a Class A/CDL within six months of employment and a Class I Wastewater Collections License within one year. Applicants selected for hire are subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screening. The City may consider related education and experience when determining minimum qualifications and starting salary.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of equipment mechanics, machine shop equipment, and common trade tools.
• Familiarity with electrical principles, motors and controls, and pump principles.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques used in water and sewer line installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Some knowledge of municipal policies and procedures, and general safety and supervisory procedures and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with the general foreman and co-workers.
• Ability to use sketches, blueprints, maintenance manuals, equipment specifications, and verbal instructions to troubleshoot problems and complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Highly skilled in using hand tools and small power tools; moderately skilled in using equipment such as air compressors, welding and cutting equipment, drill presses, and sandblasters.
• Skilled in operating, installing, repairing, and maintaining water and sewer systems and related equipment.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise work crew activities and interact effectively with employees and the public.
• Excellent eye-hand coordination for safe use of hand tools in awkward positions and confined spaces.
• Valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record; an equivalent out-of-state license is considered. Texas residents must obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 30 days of residency.
• Must obtain a Class A/CDL driver’s license within six months of employment.
• Must acquire a Class I Wastewater Collections License within one year of employment.
• Selected applicant must pass a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.
• Must be able to work on-site, in all weather, and in confined spaces, with the described workplace exposures and physical risks.

Nice To Haves

• Class B/CDL driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, clean, service, and repair equipment, controls, and facilities used in wastewater treatment operations.
• Perform major and minor repairs to pumps, motors, electrical controls, mechanical equipment, buildings, and fixtures.
• Use hand and power tools, welding and cutting equipment, drill presses, air compressors, sandblasters, paint sprayers, and other equipment.
• Prepare and maintain required reports and maintenance records.
• Participate with crews in sewer maintenance activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed