Wastewater Operator Mechanic

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP•Baldwin, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Operator Mechanic is responsible for maintenance, repair, operation, and inspection of assigned facility processes, structures, compressor stations, and plant utility areas, including water, air, and nitrogen systems. The role includes assembling, installing, and repairing machinery; routine tank or vessel cleaning; and minor mechanical, plumbing, and pump repairs using hand and power tools. The operator may work with other craft workers to maintain site machinery and equipment and operate forklifts, skid loaders, and vehicles used to maintain the facility. The position monitors, inspects, and adjusts equipment using manual and automated controls such as PLC, DCS, or SCADA, and performs hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance. The operator records readings from gauges, meters, and charts; performs sampling and testing to control process quality; and maintains operating logs, lab sheets, and other regulatory documentation. The role reports process deviations, variances, and inventory levels, communicates with staff, agencies, vendors, and contractors as needed, notifies supervision when further attention or repairs are needed, and monitors spare-parts and chemical inventories. Required training or certifications, such as confined-space entry, respirator fit testing, and chemical handling, must be kept current as applicable. The role supports wastewater, plant air, nitrogen, and reverse-osmosis systems; regulatory compliance; scheduled preventive maintenance; equipment and facility installation and maintenance; and safe, efficient facility operations. Regular, non-temporary positions in this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the IUOE Local 95 Collective Bargaining Agreement. The position is based in commercial government facilities and requires an eight-hour weekday daylight schedule, with occasional after-hours work on nights, holidays, and weekends. Local candidates only.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Specific training in plant utilities and demonstrated understanding of basic math and written and oral communication.
When applicable, ability to read blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
At least two years of experience in a technical field.
Ability to work safely under general supervision, follow written procedures and verbal instructions, perform journey-level work, and manage time to complete assignments.
Computer experience, including email, payroll time entry, and online training.
U.S. citizenship.
Valid U.S. driver's license and a good driving record; must meet the stated driving and insurance requirements.
Must pass a post-offer, pre-placement drug test, physical examination, and medical history check.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and have a clean motor vehicle report.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and exercise good judgment to complete assignments on time.
Good attendance and interpersonal skills, and ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to respond to visual and audible alarms.
Ability to work occasionally after hours, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to perform repetitive warehouse-type physical activities, including walking, pushing, pulling, handling, grasping, kneeling, and overhead work.
Ability to work in awkward positions for extended periods or in confined spaces.
Ability to routinely carry or lift 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; work at heights; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; and use scissor or aerial lifts.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, and sub-zero cold, and to follow safety precautions around physical hazards, loud equipment, and exposed moving components.
Maintain required training or certifications applicable to the work, including confined-space entry, respirator fit testing, and chemical handling.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in specialized technology applicable to a water treatment facility.
Safety training equivalent to OSHA 10.
Knowledge of equipment and chemicals used in water treatment.
Five years of journeyman-level experience in a relevant field, or equivalent experience in a commercial or industrial facility, with broad knowledge of other disciplines.
Proficiency with Microsoft products and Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Familiarity with laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

Monitor processes, analyze operating data, correct problems, document information, and communicate issues to maintain regulatory compliance.
Follow safety procedures and work practices for WPP, LOTO, chemical and environmental hazards, confined-space rescue, fall protection, hazardous materials, and hazard communication.
Perform activities associated with wastewater, plant air, nitrogen, and reverse-osmosis systems, including equipment cleaning and facility housekeeping.
Operate, monitor, inspect, and adjust process equipment using manual controls and automated systems such as PLC, DCS, or SCADA; troubleshoot and correct problems.
Understand process flows, water chemistry, machine controls, automation, manual equipment operation, process isolation methods, pressure-safety devices, utilities, and infrastructure.
Maintain and operate equipment and systems including influent and effluent systems, tanks, pumps, sumps, piping, valves, filters, presses, blowers, compressors, dryers, condensate, cooling, oil, electrical systems, pressure relief devices, meters, dials, gauges, and safety devices.
Complete scheduled preventive maintenance; install and maintain equipment and facilities; and manage associated supplies, parts, tools, and chemical inventories.
Assemble, install, and repair machinery; perform routine tank or vessel cleaning and minor mechanical, plumbing, and pump repairs using hand and power tools.
Operate forklifts, skid loaders, and vehicles required to maintain the facility.
Record readings from gauges, meters, and charts; conduct sampling and testing; and maintain operating logs, lab sheets, and other regulatory documentation.
Report process deviations, variances, inventory levels, and repair needs to appropriate personnel; coordinate as necessary with staff, agencies, vendors, and contractors.
Train or mentor others, assist with troubleshooting and repairs, and help install new equipment.
Escort and monitor outside vendors in accordance with facility requirements.
Complete and return administrative paperwork as directed, including timesheets, leave slips, training records, log sheets, PM/PE/MODs, and service records.
Follow applicable corporate, federal, state, and site environmental, safety, and health policies; use required PPE; attend safety meetings and training; report unsafe operations; and use stop-work authority when necessary.
Maintain clean and orderly workspaces, operating areas, control rooms, mechanical rooms, and warehouses.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested to support timely project execution.