Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Lancaster County Water & Sewer District• Lancaster, SC, US, SC

15h

About The Position

The Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic performs maintenance on equipment, facilities, and infrastructure associated with water treatment. Working under general supervision, the mechanic helps ensure safe, reliable, and compliant drinking water in accordance with state regulations and District policies. The position performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance; troubleshoots mechanical, process, instrumentation, and control equipment; and supports treatment operations, contractors, laboratory staff, and utility providers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Must pass an “A” level water distribution license exam within three years of hire.
Knowledge of pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, valves, piping systems, and chemical feed equipment.
Knowledge of electrical systems up to 480 volts.
Working knowledge of SCADA systems, instrumentation, and process controls.
Knowledge of water treatment processes and equipment.
Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; routinely ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps; and work in confined spaces and around moving mechanical equipment.
Ability to operate heavy equipment and motor vehicles such as a backhoe, skid steer, trucks, and golf carts.
Ability to answer calls or texts, or report to the plant, after normal business hours.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
Cross-connection certification.
“A” level water treatment operator license.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, chemical feed systems, filters, clarifiers, blowers, compressors, generators, and other equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical and process equipment, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to maintain continuous plant operations.
Maintain and repair chemical feed systems, including changing tubing, removing debris, flushing lines, and identifying replacement-part inventory needs.
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate process monitoring and control equipment, including turbidity meters, bio-detectors, algae sonification and detection equipment, and streaming current monitors.
Inspect and maintain safety equipment, including eyewash stations and fire extinguishers, to support regulatory compliance and operational readiness.
Clean and maintain treatment plant infrastructure, including basins, clarifiers, lagoons, and related process facilities.
Operate, maintain, and repair spray field equipment and perform sludge land application in accordance with operational and environmental requirements.
Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours operational and maintenance emergencies.
Perform grounds maintenance, including bush-hogging fields, maintaining fence lines, and removing debris or fallen trees.
Install, maintain, and relocate flow meters; troubleshoot malfunctions and make repairs.
Maintain and repair the SCADA system and notify the manager when critical spare parts are needed.
Notify the manager when maintenance parts, materials, equipment, or supplies are needed.
Perform preventive and routine maintenance on utility vehicles, trucks, and pool vehicles.
Coordinate equipment and facility shutdowns for safe, efficient work and to minimize operational disruptions.
Support outside contractors and vendors performing onsite repairs.
Work with utility providers during planned and unplanned power outages.
Monitor, test, and ensure the operational readiness and reliability of backup generators.
Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot chemical feed pumps and associated process equipment.
Serve as the backup contact for maintenance-related site visits.
Assist with training new maintenance staff.
Assist laboratory staff with water sampling and sludge spraying activities as needed.
Follow safety procedures, environmental regulations, and organizational operating standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support treatment operations.