Senior Utility Mechanic (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled repair and mechanical duties in maintaining water systems and facilities, including buildings, pump stations, and treatment plants. Conducts inspections, preventive maintenance, lubrication, and repairs on facilities and equipment. Maintains records of maintenance time and costs, including personnel, and ensures necessary parts and equipment are available. Reports unsafe conditions and recommends repairs. Coordinates and performs shop work and supervises shop equipment maintenance. May train and assign duties to plant personnel. Positions may report to Kingwood or the Cullen Maintenance Facility.

Requirements

• Three years of building or mechanical maintenance experience, or one year as an operator trainee and two years in building or mechanical maintenance.
• One year of directly related college or vocational education may substitute for up to one year of work experience.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and mathematical functions acquired through specialized training of up to nine months beyond high school; may require simple vocational competence operating mechanical or electronic equipment.
• Valid driver license and compliance with the City of Houston's driving policy (AP 2-2).
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of frequent lifting of objects up to 80 pounds, regular ladder climbing, and assuming awkward positions for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Training and experience in corrective and preventive maintenance programs for equipment such as chemical feed systems and flow metering equipment, potentially including PVC plumbing and design, low-voltage electrical knowledge, analyzer calibration, leak detection systems, and flow meters.
• Eligible veteran applicants receive preference when they possess the necessary qualifications and are among the most qualified candidates, in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain water systems, buildings, pump stations, and treatment plants.
• Inspect, lubricate, and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment.
• Maintain records of maintenance time and costs, including personnel.
• Ensure necessary parts and equipment are available.
• Report unsafe conditions and recommend repairs.
• Coordinate and perform shop work and supervise maintenance of shop equipment.
• May train plant personnel and assign their duties.

What This Job Offers

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