Water Systems Mechanic

Brookhaven National Laboratory•Upton, NY

4h•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. This role is anchored at building 624 and reports directly to the Water and Sanitary Systems Supervisor. The employee will be assigned to the day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. All mechanics are required to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The EU Division operates and maintains critical infrastructure including the Electric Transmission & Distribution System, Central Steam Facility, Central Chilled Water Facility, Potable Water Treatment Facility, Wastewater Treatment Facility, Site Fire Alarm Systems, Building Electrical Systems, Site Energy Management Control System (EMCS), Energy Procurement, and Energy Metering Systems. These operations ensure safety, reliability, efficiency, and mission readiness, while also overseeing BNL's energy management programs for sustainability, conservation, and economical energy procurement.

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.
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

Repairs, maintains, and operates water and sewerage systems, related facilities, and auxiliary equipment under general supervision.
Conducts rounds and inspections of water wells, treatment facilities, water storage facilities, and wastewater lift stations to ensure proper operation.
Ensures the proper operation of equipment and chemical feeds, and records all operating data.
Maintains the operations log of all plant activities and cooling towers, recording issues and occurrences.
Troubleshoots and repairs water and sewage treatment equipment, pumps, control valves, and related equipment as directed.
Performs daily water treatment testing, sample collection, and adds chemicals as needed.
Identifies and repairs leaks on the water distribution system and wastewater collection system.
Installs and repairs hydrants, valves, sampling stations, and new service connections.
Clears blockages in the wastewater collection system of sanitary waste using a jetter machine or by mechanical methods.
Performs video inspections of the wastewater collection system.
Communicates effectively, accurately, and on a timely basis with supervisor and other operators.
Performs work effectively, efficiently, and safely.
Identifies potential hazards, environmental concerns, and unsafe conditions or practices and implements or suggests controls to minimize risk.
Responds to emergency situations, alarms, or occurrences in an appropriate manner.
Assists in maintaining a high level of housekeeping, inventory, and maintenance of tools.
Performs utility mark-outs and locates valves and water/sanitary mains from maps and drawings.