WWTP Maintenance Mechanic

City of Pinole•Pinole, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pinole’s Public Works Wastewater Division is hiring a skilled, journey-level mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment and control instrumentation at the City’s wastewater treatment plant. The position plans and carries out maintenance, repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance programs for plant equipment, while supporting safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation. The Division may fill the position at the Senior Maintenance Mechanic level for the right candidate. The mechanic works independently under direction from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Supervisor. The role involves mechanical and electrical maintenance, welding and fabrication, instrumentation testing and repair, contractor oversight, facility and grounds upkeep, inventory and recordkeeping, and occasional plant operations and laboratory testing duties. The position requires work indoors and outdoors, regular standby availability, off-hours shifts and emergency overtime as needed, and work in all weather and potentially hazardous conditions.

Requirements

Equivalent to high school graduation.
Two years of journey-level experience maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment and electronic instrumentation at a wastewater treatment plant or similar facility, or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
Possess or obtain a Class B driver’s license within one year of employment.
Possess or obtain a Grade 1 California Water Environment Association Mechanical Technologist certificate within one year of employment.
Knowledge of maintenance principles, practices, tools, and materials for mechanical and electrical equipment and control instrumentation common to a secondary wastewater treatment plant.
Knowledge of equipment servicing and preventive maintenance practices; acetylene and electric arc welding; applicable safety practices, codes, and regulations; troubleshooting and repair estimation; basic computer applications; basic wastewater operations and laboratory procedures; and recordkeeping.
Ability to service, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on treatment plant equipment and instrumentation; operate, maintain, and calibrate tools and test equipment; estimate time and materials; interpret manuals, specifications, and drawings; maintain parts inventories; perform arithmetic calculations; keep accurate records; and establish effective working relationships.
Ability and willingness to work indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions, and around potentially hazardous chemicals and conditions.
Strength, stamina, and mobility to perform heavy physical work and make repairs in confined and difficult spaces; ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, by telephone, or by radio.

Nice To Haves

Technical training in mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair is desirable.
Possession of a Grade 1 wastewater operator certificate is desirable.

Responsibilities

Plan maintenance, repair, special installation projects, and preventive maintenance programs.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair pumps, motors, valves, piping, chemical feeders, and other wastewater treatment plant mechanical components.
Use acetylene and electric arc welding equipment to make repairs and fabricate components.
Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair electrical circuits, appurtenances, and electronic processing and control instrumentation.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for mechanical and electrical equipment and instrumentation.
Determine when contractor services are needed and inspect completed contract work for compliance with industry specifications and standards.
Perform maintenance painting and minor repairs to facilities, structures, piping, and machinery.
Perform grounds maintenance and general custodial work to keep the plant and grounds clean and orderly.
Read and interpret manuals, drawings, and specifications; estimate materials and parts; maintain an inventory; and order or pick up required supplies.
Use, perform minor maintenance on, and calibrate hand tools, power tools, safety equipment, and testing equipment.
Document work performed and materials used, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with regulatory agency standards.
Recommend equipment and instrumentation upgrades or replacements in response to technological or regulatory changes.
Perform plant operational and standard laboratory testing duties on a relief or as-needed basis.
Be available for regular standby assignments, off-hours shifts, and emergency overtime as required.