Water Treatment Plant Mechanic

Job Summary:

This is a temporary position for the period of June through mid-November 2025.

The Water Treatment Plant Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and optimization of mechanical equipment and infrastructure supporting a water treatment facility. This includes pumps, motors, piping systems, and other infrastructure associated with multiple evaporation ponds and a surface land application system used to discharge treated water.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical components of the water treatment plant, including pumps, blowers, valves, piping, and motors.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment associated with water management infrastructure, including aeration systems and monitoring devices for treatment ponds.
• Support the operation and maintenance of a surface land application system used for the discharge of treated water.
• Monitor system performance and assist with troubleshooting operational issues related to flow distribution, pressure, and water quality.
• Ensure proper functioning of pump stations, chemical feed systems, and flow control mechanisms.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
• Follow safety and environmental compliance procedures and assist in the development of maintenance protocols.
• Collaborate with plant operators, engineers, and other maintenance staff to ensure efficient and reliable system performance.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Mechanical experience, ideally in a water or wastewater treatment environment, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulic principles, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and work orders.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred or ability to obtain.

Working Conditions:

• Work performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• May involve lifting equipment, working in confined spaces, and exposure to chemicals and treated effluent.
• Stand, walk, bend, and perform manual labor for extended periods.