Plant Mechanic (Preventative Maintenance) - I, II, Senior, Master

Toho Water Authority•Kissimmee, FL

About The Position

The Plant Mechanic supports reliable and efficient operation of water and/or wastewater treatment facilities through predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance of plant systems and equipment. The role monitors equipment condition, identifies early indicators of mechanical failure, and applies maintenance strategies to maximize asset reliability and minimize unplanned downtime. Duties include diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing pumps, motors, valves, and other mechanical equipment; analyzing equipment performance trends; and recommending repairs, upgrades, and maintenance schedules to extend asset life and improve operational performance. The position is offered at Plant Mechanic I, Plant Mechanic II, Senior Plant Mechanic, and Master Plant Mechanic levels. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by level. Work includes equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, inspections, administrative documentation, and—in senior and master roles—technical guidance, crew coordination, training, work planning, and supervisory-related processes. The work supports water and wastewater operations and involves safety-sensitive tasks, including lockout/tagout and confined-space work. Hourly salary ranges are: Plant Mechanic I, $22.34–$27.91; Plant Mechanic II, $25.60–$34.08; Senior Plant Mechanic, $27.36–$36.45; and Master Plant Mechanic, $32.77–$46.82.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an approved GED Administrator.
Plant Mechanic I: at least one year of work experience focused on pumps, motors, and/or controls.
Plant Mechanic II: at least three years of relevant experience in a utility or industrial setting focused on motors, pumps, piping, and control.
Senior Plant Mechanic: at least eight years of relevant experience in a utility or industrial setting focused on motors, pumps, piping, and control.
Master Plant Mechanic: at least ten years of relevant experience in a utility or industrial setting focused on motors, pumps, piping, and control.
Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform successfully in the position may be considered.
Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class E Driver’s License.
Obtain a State of Florida Class A Driver’s License within the first six months of employment; required as a condition of employment for Plant Mechanic II, Senior Plant Mechanic, and Master Plant Mechanic, and stated as a requirement for Plant Mechanic I.
Senior-level capabilities include understanding water and wastewater treatment processes and applicable standards; analyzing monitoring data; welding and fabrication; CMMS and maintenance software use; precision shaft alignment; confined-space procedures; plumbing; hurricane preparation and response; communication, training, and issue resolution.
Master-level capabilities include crew leadership and work delegation; work-order and preventative-maintenance scheduling systems; incident reporting; payroll and timesheet validation; interpreting engineering and construction plans; procurement and capital budgeting; standby operations; performance management; regulatory understanding; system-level mechanical, electrical, and control-system evaluation; and time and resource management.

Nice To Haves

A CDL Class A with Hazmat License is preferred but not required for Plant Mechanic I.

Responsibilities

Repair and replace equipment using truck cranes, hand tools, and electrical meters; perform lockout/tagout; remove debris from impellers and volutes; monitor motor oil, power cords, and bells; assess equipment condition; and perform monthly preventative maintenance.
Troubleshoot equipment and electrical issues by checking motor megohm and ohm readings, voltages, components, wiring, connections, floats, and transducers, and using schematic diagrams; Plant Mechanic II duties also include back-flushing check valves.
Maintain generators and support facility operations, including preventative maintenance, installing bypasses and generators, connecting power cables, and assisting with vacuum trucks.
Perform administrative work such as checking email and SCADA readings, creating work orders, attending safety meetings and training, managing pagers, phones, and radios, and—at applicable levels—managing credit card statements, analyzing spill reports and root causes, and preparing standby and weekend report timesheets.
Manage confined-space-related equipment and tasks, including using and calibrating gas monitors and using oxygen tanks and tripods; repair or change rails, pipes, brackets, and check valves; and dispose of debris.
Inspect vehicles, trucks, cranes, equipment, exit lights, fire extinguishers, confined-space trailer equipment, warehouse areas, and MCC alarm systems.
At the senior level, apply water and wastewater treatment principles; ensure equipment meets Toho Water standards and specifications; submit GIS red lines for system updates; analyze monitoring data and adjust operations; and perform welding, fabrication, precision shaft alignment, and plumbing work.
At the senior level, identify confined-space entry needs and oversee teams conducting entries in accordance with safety protocols; complete hurricane preparation and response checklists; communicate and coordinate with stakeholders; identify training needs and deliver presentations; and handle escalated customer or contractor situations.
At the master level, lead and coordinate crews, delegate work, assign work orders, and generate preventative maintenance tasks in INFOR or CityWorks.
At the master level, complete incident reports, validate payroll timesheets in ADP, interpret construction and engineering drawings, support equipment procurement and capital budgeting, and manage standby operations.
At the master level, plan and schedule maintenance, participate in employee performance reviews and employee-conduct documentation, apply relevant treatment-operation regulations, evaluate system performance and interactions among mechanical, electrical, and control systems, and allocate time and resources for repair projects.
Stay current on water treatment technology, industry best practices, and relevant certifications or training opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.