UTILITY MECHANIC (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Houston Water's Wastewater Operations Branch is seeking Utility Mechanics to join the Plant Maintenance Team. The role performs mechanical inspections, preventive maintenance, installations, lubrication, and repairs on equipment and parts in buildings, plants, lift stations, and other water and wastewater facilities. Equipment includes pumps, motors, blowers, compressors, valves, and lines. The position also maintains equipment, parts, and tools; handles service calls; and records maintenance and repair work, calls, vehicle maintenance, and mileage. Work must be performed safely, and unsafe conditions or equipment must be reported. Other repair and maintenance duties may be assigned as needed. This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier I Level.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certification.
• One year of experience as a Houston Water Operations Technician Trainee or 18 months of experience in building or mechanical maintenance.
• A valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's driving policy (AP 2-2).
• May require vocational competence in operating mechanical or electronic equipment.
• One year of directly related college or vocational education may substitute for up to one year of work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference, provided they possess the necessary qualifications and are among the most qualified candidates, subject to the stated policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, installations, lubrication, and repairs of mechanical equipment and parts in buildings, plants, lift stations, and other water and wastewater systems and facilities.
• Maintain and repair equipment, parts, and tools used for mechanical responsibilities.
• Perform service calls to maintain and repair mechanical equipment.
• Maintain records of service calls and maintenance and repair work performed.
• Ensure work is performed safely using proper equipment and skills.
• Report unsafe conditions and equipment.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance and mileage records.
• Perform other repair and maintenance duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

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