Water Systems Mechanic

Brookhaven National Laboratory•Ridge, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Energy & Utilities (EU) Division, within the Facilities and Operations Directorate, has an opportunity to fill the position of Water and Sewerage Operating Mechanic which is anchored at building 624 and reports directly to the Water and Sanitary Systems Supervisor. The employee will be assigned to the day shift M-F 8am-4:30pm. All mechanics shall work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Requirements

High School diploma, GED, or higher.
Must obtain a Grade IIB-GW NYSDOH Community Water Systems Operator license within approximately one year of hire date.
Some experience troubleshooting and repair of water treatment equipment, mechanical equipment, pumps, piping, valves, motors, etc.
Possess good written and verbal communication skills, including: Ability to follow written instruction procedures, work orders, and similar documents.
Ability to sufficiently write/complete work orders and other required documents.
Ability to communicate verbally with fellow workers and supervisors.
Possess a valid NYS driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Current holder of a NYSDOH Grade IIB and/or Grade D water operator’s license.
Experience with the installation of piping and plumbing systems including PVC, copper, ductile iron, and galvanized pipe.
Experience with commercial plumbing pipefitting, service repairs and preventative maintenance.
Experience with closed loop fluid systems and operations i.e; water pumping systems, filtration systems, sewage treatment equipment.
Familiar with the practice of taking various types of water samples and sampling techniques.
Experience maintaining cooling tower chemical treatment systems.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, repairs, maintains, and operates water and sewerage systems, related facilities, and auxiliary equipment.
Conduct rounds and inspections of water wells, treatment facilities, water storage facilities, and wastewater lift stations to ensure proper operation.
Ensure the proper operation of equipment, chemical feeds, and records all operating data.
Maintain the operations log of all plant activities and cooling towers, records issues, and occurrences.
Troubleshoot and repair, water and sewage treatment, pumps, control valves, and equipment as directed.
Perform daily water treatment testing, sample collection, and add chemical additions as needed.
Identify and repair leaks on the water distribution system and wastewater collection system.
Install and repair hydrants, valves, sampling stations, and new service connections.
Clear blockages in the wastewater collection system of sanitary waste using a jetter machine or by mechanical methods.
Perform video inspections of the wastewater collection system.
Provide informed communications effectively, accurately, and on a timely basis with supervisor and other operators.
Perform work effectively, efficiently, and safely.
Identify potential hazards, environmental concerns, and unsafe conditions or practices in work or at work site, and implement or suggest controls to minimize risk.
Respond to emergency situations, alarms, or occurrences in an appropriate manner.
Assist in maintaining a high level of housekeeping, inventory, and maintenance of tools.
Perform utility mark-outs and locate valves and water/sanitary main from maps and drawings.